Unit 3 - Response to classmates Self-Reflections

Unit 3

Mary-Margaret Marx

I agree with what you said that society expects much more from women as compared to men . People grew up with the idea that men should have this rough exterior , which means talking loudly , cursing , and not allowed to cry . It is okay for them to behave in unacceptable manners just because they are men . Women , on the other hand , are expected to act delicately Those who would act otherwise would be looked down upon . It is very unfortunate that you were taught such things regarding behaving in

br public because it meant being held back of your feelings , thoughts , and actions . People who think lowly of those who do not act or speak according to their preference are very shallow and only attract conflict with others because of their attitude

I think that not being direct ' with a stranger is acceptable Although we want to be transparent to other people , we should still be reserved in the things that we say to protect ourselves . You are right in saying that this could cause misunderstanding because people may not be able to get your point . At times , it is hard to communicate with people that you do not know because of language barriers . This is especially hard when dealing with the opposite sex who might not see things your way and may have the tendency to misinterpret what you are saying

You are also correct in saying that people should be more flexible in terms of following...