Let's talk about the ideal woman.

Women have been telling other women how to act for what seems like forever. Granted, it's not like anti-feminists and non-feminists are the only culprits. It doesn't seem to matter whether or not you think women should have the right to be individuals. There are just too many opinions on women. Thoughts on women's rights are always good, but it's time to address the issue that still lies at the heart of things: what should a woman be?

I don't necessarily have the same answer as everyone else, but I strongly believe that a woman should be and do what she likes. Back in the 1800s and early 1900s, a woman was supposed to be obedient and a servant to her hubby and kids. Feminists entered the situation, and women were supposed to be individuals: strong and independent. And now? There is still a huge mix of opinions.

Read about wave feminism on a different page, because here comes the reference. Second wave feminists, although in theory wanted to change the view of women, tend to simply want to shift what a woman should be like. It's like people think that there are only two options: all women should be homemakers, or all women should be independent. THERE IS AN IN-BETWEEN.

Here's my opinion: women should be what they want to be. If you are independent and driven, go ahead and ride the successful, business road. All the power to ya! If, however, you feel the need to take a break from work and be with your kids, that's your decision. Just because a Mom is a stay at home Mom doesn't mean she is defying all other members of her sex. But also, just because you are independent and successful, doesn't mean marriage and and having kids is bad. You can be both, you know?

Feminism shouldn't be about what a woman should be, it should be about what any woman could be.