Frustrations Expressed
One woman known as Tay (@taymcconish) on TikTok took to social media to express her frustration at the turn of events.
Source: TikTok
She believed the traditional lifestyle women had, which was primarily concerned with home keeping, has been stripped away by these women’s activists. According to her, she was better suited for the traditional lifestyle. Unfortunately, that era is largely bygone, since many women enjoy working and earning today.
Unique Challenges Posed
Sometimes, it is a bit difficult and strenuous to work. Many people juggle two jobs, and these responsibilities can leave many extremely exhausted and burnt out.
Source: TikTok
In the viral TikTok video that has garnered over six million views, Tay seemed exhausted from work as she tearfully asked why women’s right to work was fought for.
Why It Isn't Fair
This is something a lot of women can relate to. Some of this is owed to the fact that women, especially if they are parents, are also expected to manage their homes and kids while still carrying the responsibility of pursuing a career.
Source: TikTok
Some of them juggle multiple roles without a lot of support. According to one comment on the post, women’s rights activists should have fought a little less hard.
The Progression of Women's Rights
Comments have flooded the TikTok post, with many female users relating to Tay’s frustration.
Source: Roxyanna Rudd/Pinterest
While work can be very strenuous, it is important to acknowledge the progress that has empowered women around the world today and all that resulted from the fight for women’s rights and financial independence. Hopefully, Tay can understand that.
The Debate Continues
While a majority of commenters on Tay’s video agree with her frustrations, there are others who challenged her statement. One user said, “Even if we didn’t work, I don’t think we’d find a guide to support us financially.” A user responded by saying “having all ur financial freedom even survival depending on another individual could easily lead to disaster.”
Source: @taymccomish/ TikTok
Both commenters have valid points. While many women don’t want to work a regular job, it’s not a burden to have financial freedom – it’s better than relying on a partner or another person.
Others Join the Conversation
The TikToker (who goes by the name of @sophie_ogle) posted a video where she says she’s in “disbelief that women fought for their right to work.”
Source: @sophie_ogle/ TikTok
“Baby pass me the windex & put me in the kitchen where I belong,” she wrote. In the video’s caption, she said that she is “still in denial to this day.”
Reactions Pour In
Naturally, people took to the comments section to either praise her views (or challenge them). One user wrote, “Yeah cause now we gotta work and clean???” to which Sophie responded: “I SWEAR.”
Source: @sophie_ogle/ TikTok
Another person agreed writing, “been saying this for years.” Others, however, didn’t necessarily share the same opinion.
Responses Vary Greatly
Many women who stayed at home were in abusive relationships – and work was one way out of that. It’s empowering that women now have the choice and aren’t confined to being housewives.
Source: @sophie_ogle/ TikTok
Some commenters were happy about being stay-at-home moms, while others say cleaning a household and raising children isn’t an easy task. After all, it’s also work. Another user wrote, “This app is just a continuous reminder that people don’t have a sense of humor.”
The Choices That Exist
While both TikTok videos sparked lots of debate, females have come a long way in their rights to freedom regardless of if they choose to work or stay at home.
Source: Getty Images
People must recognize that women can decide what they want to do with their lives, which is better than not having any options.