Well deserved thanks go to Mafu via whose blog I was able to read The Pussification Of The Western Male by Kim du Toit.
At the risk of irritating women readers of this blog [some of whom are my best friends], I suggest that you first read the essay and then my opinion about it:
Women and men are different and most obvious are their biological differences. Nonetheless, 20th Century saw instigation of concepts like "Equality Rights" or "Women's Rights".
It is true that men have dominated women for a major part of recent history. But it is equally true that there are groups and interests behind all social patterns and behavior. The domination, therefore, is a result of patriarchal society that aggressively established itself during the Roman Empire.
And even before that, the origins of patriarchal society find its roots in Vedic societies [Hindu form of way in India] during 3,300 B.C. or when Lord Rama the "avatar" of Gods was supposedly born. It is said that Lord Rama created the rule of "Eka Patni Dharma" or what we term monogamy [having a single wife].
There is also a legend that Ravana [an evil man] kidnapped Sita [wife of Lord Rama] and after rescuing Sita, Lord Rama made her walk on fire to test her purity. Actually, it wasn't a real walk on fire, but a lot has been misconstrued as many fail to understand the symbolism of languages spoken during those times [e.g. Sanskrit].
However, we are not totally interested in history itself, but rather the cause of it. It is useless to argue whether China or India are the oldest civilizations or for that matter Mayans, Incans, Babylonians, etc.
Researching world history [one of my hobbies], it is evident that the concept of countries, nations, etc. did not exist during the earliest records of civilization, and humanity found itself within confines of tribes or tribal kingdoms.
Moreover, as we research further in humanity's past, we come across references where the matriarch dominated the society in the form of matriarchal society. Men and women, it seems, lived in a group and there were no clear boundaries of marriage, monogamy, etc. Sex or intercourse was considered a natural instinct and also a form of art and/or worship [of creation].
This is well documented on the temples of Khajurao [Note: Average quality of pictures, but not many on the net]. And apart from temples, Vedic Science also gave out classics like "Kama Sutra" [or the art of sex].
But what has all this got to do with the current and perceived divide between women and men in developed nations?
A lot. Matriarchal society paved out to patriarchal society because of a single reason. Inheritance. During the matriarchal era, it was difficult for Tom, Dick, and Harry to identify his own children. Because, as I said, there were no boundaries of marriage or companionship [or in other words intercourse].
As societies developed and as soon as Tom, Dick, and Harry started having larger herds of cattle, goats, silver, gold, etc., they were puzzled on their death beds about who got their inheritance? Should it be divided amongst all children of the tribe, or just to his children within the tribe? This, because Tom, Dick, and Harry were unable to distinguish their own children from those of others.
This single factor, inspired by materialism, changed everything and led to possessiveness which ended the matriarchal society. Now, women were only allowed one husband and theoretically, it was also decided that men could only have one wife. I will not go into issues like carrying the last name of patriarch [father] or the fact that we all have mitochondrial DNA [mtDNA] only from matriarch [mother] as that is another story which could make a book.
But, the problems arising due to changes from matriarchal to patriarchal societies are many. However, the main problem specifically relates to biological and genetical makeup. Men are capable of spreading their seeds far and wide. Meaning that it is difficult for a man to just be with one woman, although [current] society forces him to do so.
During a single ejaculation, an average man can ejaculate millions of sperms and along the same lines, an average man can theoretically have 30 to 35 kids within a month. Now compare this with the ovulation of a woman. A woman can ovulate once per month and if she conceives, during one year she can only give birth to a single kid.
Let us not look at sex as if it were some form of excitement or entertainment, but simply from the point of view of progeny, which, its primary role is.
The above differences, alongside human nature to pass their material wealth, the continuation of their "name" or in other words, fame, have resulted in the [present] society, where everything is judged by materialism. Being "The Rich and the Famous" is the goal of each and every individual on this planet and over centuries of evolution, this too has become part of inherited trait.
During the course of natural evolution, it is unarguable that men were and are physically stronger and women were and are emotionally and mentally stronger. A picture of men as hunters and women as nourisher is not dismissible by aggressive campaigns of equality and rights.
In fact, if one looks at the role of women, they were [and are] far superior to men. Women as we all know, can give birth by undergoing a lot of troubles throughout their pregnancy that averages 9 months and nurturing and nourishing the babies [or humanity] thereafter. In this aspect, I see women as Goddesses. As you are all aware or can find out via About Me, I do not believe in hypocritic religion(s) but have one of my own that is nothing but appreciation of the supreme nature.
When I myself was a child [and even now], I saw women putting on T-shirts that said "It Is Tough Being A Woman". To which I say, It Is Equally Tough Being A Man".
Simply because, in our [present] competitive society, a lot is expected from a man. He must study hard and get good grades, complete University graduation, start a career and at the same time fall in love with his [proposed] future wife, have children with her, ensure that family gets the bread, clothing, and shelter, protect all of them, get promotions and accumulate wealth, and when everything is settled, all of a sudden the man realizes that he is too tired, too old, and has lost on lots of fun or for that matter, his life [I know this is a long sentence and grammatically incorrect, but I excuse myself].
Here in come the groups and interests who have understood this chain or cycle. Our economics and politics have laid such a perfect trap that for most families, it has [now] become difficult if not impossible for a single bread winner [usually man] in most households to maintain the well being and social status of a “family unit”.
The same factors that forced the switch from matriarchal to patriarchal societies in distant past, shape the society in which we live today – materialism and greed or just basic survival for the majority.
Therefore, it is no wonder that even the current model of a "family unit" is failing. We have, as far as I believe, reached the saturation point where both husband and wife work for the bread and invest majority of their savings in mortgages, credits, insurance, medical care, etc.
If that model worked fine, the number of divorces or bankruptcies would not be so high. Neither would be the carelessness or lack of responsibility amongst our young generation who have given up all hopes in growing pessimism or insecurity and uncertainty. And going a step further, even Hong Kong would not have the alarming rate of suicide that it has [especially] after 1998 when its once prosperous economy crashed.
As mentioned by both Mafu and Kim du Toit, as well as others...
Blame the TV which is nothing but subliminal mind control gadget used to shape the human mind and in the process, the future of our society.
A new switch over [of society] is in the making. One which is even more disgusting and can hold nothing but sadness. And as has been throughout the history, puppets will be manipulated and soon the trends will become the acceptable form of “society” with its own rigid and unnatural set of [new] rules.
Harmony, equality of distribution, and abundance [amongst all people] are the last things that the groups and interests manipulating us want. They know our weaknesses – possessiveness, materialism, sex, and greed. Do we know theirs? Until we do, there always will be tycoons, cartels, and monopolies. Yes, the subliminal mind control via TV is that effective!
I would hardly be surprised by future TV programs as mentioned by others where Gay Rights, Lesbianism, Group Sex or Alternative Sexual Behavior, etc. are broadcast on Prime Time News and pass under the guise to protect rights. I have nothing against gays or lesbians or even those who enjoy group sex or alternate behavior. Just that I do not think these are things that need high profile advertisement or stimulants for mental conditioning for some dubious goals.
Undoubtedly then, the pussification of men will surely continue while at the same time exposure of women as nothing but sexual toys will escalate.
This is one reason we restrict our children from watching TV. We might be outdated and traditional, but tradition is one thing we surely will gift our children.
And it is the only reason that I love living in Hong Kong or Asian societies as I still find tradition amongst people over here who have yet to be brainwashed – dead. Though unfortunately, even here it is changing for the worst.
OK now go ahead... shout at me. I will take it.
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