Being a female in this world is difficult. Society tells us we need to dress modestly but also look sexy, that we are weak, and that we must never be a "bitch" when we are trying to be assertive. Growing up, I was always quiet and never really stood up for myself and when I finally started to learn and grow to be more assertive, I was immediately labeled "bitchy" and "mean". This concept boggled my mind because I was proud that I was able to speak up and suddenly people thought other wise.

In high school, we were told not to wear shorts, leggings, and tank tops. I thought this was completely unfair because, for one, we live in Florida and it's extremely hot outside and covering up is out of the question. So I was supposed to learn that my shoulders and thighs could potentially distract boys in my class? I'm sorry, but don't we all have shoulders and thighs and SKIN?! If my skin is more concerning than textbooks and term papers, what are we supposed to be doing in school? Questions like these still run through my mind as I see daily articles about little girls being sent home from school because of visible collar bones or a little bit of cleavage.

This brings me to the fact that men have the ability to freely walk around basically naked. Men can go running outside at night time shirtless and they would be much safer than a woman doing the same in a sports bra. Now, I'm not saying that men aren't prone to danger as well, but it's more likely that something will happen to a woman than a man.

I'm glad that people of all genders and color are taking a stand against this huge issue and many other issues that we are facing, but things aren't going to change overnight. I can't wait to see the day when people of all kinds can be equal, with no judgement or discrimination.