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Unraveling the Tapestry: The Complex Portrayal of Women in Media

In a world where media shapes our perceptions, it's time we unravel the tapestry that weaves the portrayal of women. From silver screens to glossy magazines, it's crucial to recognize the multifaceted nature of this portrayal and the impact it has on our collective consciousness. Join me as we dive deeper into the complex depiction of women in media, shedding light on both the progress made and the challenges that still lie ahead.

Beyond the "Damsel in Distress": Breaking Stereotypes Historically, women in media were often confined to passive roles, perpetuating the stereotype of the "damsel in distress." However, recent years have witnessed a significant shift. Films and TV shows now feature female characters who challenge societal norms, displaying strength, resilience, and intelligence. Characters like Wonder Woman, Rey from Star Wars, and Offred from The Handmaid's Tale serve as powerful symbols of women reclaiming their narratives.

The Double-Edged Sword: Sexualization vs. Empowerment One contentious aspect of women's portrayal in media is the fine line between sexualization and empowerment. While some argue that embracing sexuality can be empowering, others contend that objectification still persists. Analyzing music videos, advertisements, and even video games, we observe a nuanced interplay between female empowerment and the perpetuation of unrealistic beauty standards. It is crucial to encourage diverse representations that celebrate a range of body types, ethnicities, and abilities.

Invisibility No More: Amplifying Marginalized Voices Women from marginalized communities have long been underrepresented or misrepresented in media. However, as our society becomes more inclusive, we witness a growing demand for authentic stories that reflect diverse experiences. Trailblazing projects like "Pose," "Never Have I Ever," and "Gentefied" explore the narratives of LGBTQ+ women, women of color, and immigrant women, offering a refreshing departure from the mainstream.

The Glass Ceiling: Behind the Scenes While we critique the portrayal of women in front of the camera, it's essential to shine a light on the gender disparities behind the scenes. Women continue to face significant obstacles in the film industry, with limited opportunities as directors, writers, and producers. By championing and supporting female voices in these roles, we pave the way for more nuanced and authentic portrayals of women in media.

Unveiling the Marketing Machinery: Consumer Influence The media landscape is undeniably shaped by market forces. Advertising plays a crucial role in perpetuating gender stereotypes and beauty standards. By becoming savvy consumers, we can challenge these narratives. Social media movements like #NoMakeup, #EffYourBeautyStandards, and #WomenInSTEM encourage women to embrace their authentic selves and defy conventional expectations, promoting inclusivity and self-acceptance.

As we step back and examine the portrayal of women in media, we uncover a tapestry of progress, setbacks, and untapped potential. By demanding more diverse representation, challenging stereotypes, and amplifying marginalized voices, we can weave a future where women's stories are truly reflective of their diverse realities. Let's unravel the threads of the past and stitch together a more intriguing and empowering future for all.

[rlewisphilly]

They on a roll?

Both rolls have 258 sheets (had**) Both are double plyBoth claim to be soft and gentle to, well you know One is known as a white label brandOne is a well known brand One costs $2.48 a rollThe other  $1.24 a roll Is a brand name worth double for name recognition?Or is it just an expensive pain in the…well you know **hey, I was a using one.

[dinnickhowellslikes]

As a kid we had so much fun with this keyboard. It had a built-in speaker which meant you could play back any sound out loud, moments after your sampled it. And you could sample any sound at any moment, because it also had a built-in mic. Endless fun.

We lived in Toronto at the time (this was 1985) but I think we must have been visiting our old home in New Jersey one summer, and brought the SK-1 with me. I remember one evening we sampled our own voice making a growl sound, (that was pretty scary all by itself) but then played it back on the low octave keys, which changed the pitch of the sound so it sounded like some kind of massive monster. We then stood outside the open windows of friends and their families on a hot summer evening, and terrified them with monster sounds. This was New Jersey afterall, with the legend (that still scares some people) of the Jersey Devil, who lurks in the New Jersey Pine Barren forests.

Later I'll tell another story about the Jersey Devil, which is why, by the way, their hockey team is called the Devils

[yojie]

laios eats pussy like a god. he canonically eats anything he finds attractive or interesting. so when you showed him your pussy for the first time, he was drooling the way she was twitching in nervousness. laios watched your hole clench when he spat on your clit to make it wetter, watching how the blob of saliva travels down your hole. a high pitched moan left your lips when he licked a stripe of it. obsessed with your reaction, he craved more of it. flattening his tongue, he started lapping like a dog against your cunt, consuming your juice with each lick.

"fuck. fuck. fuck. this tastes even better than the monsters. mhph."

"laios...ugh. easy, baby. slow—ah! slow down please."

"can't. i could eat you all day. sweet. fucking. pussy." he said, kissing your pussy between word.

[annabelle--cane]

there should be teams of people on standby to scream and cheer and reward you with physical affection and baked goods every time you make a deeply annoying but healthy personal choice

[ferngle]

heheh art block is gone. my brain can finally rot again

also go watch Monkey Wrench. you should definitely go watch all of them

[castiels-undercoat]

When ppl make fun of me but ive been shipping destiel since i was literally ten years old (2014) so nothing can hurt me

[megamixsmania]

They're working on their art and science collaboration,,, I think,,

[littler0b1n]

Some kid designs for them :D

[catmintnepetas]

[pointyfruit]

[cranberrytea451]

Heyo

These aren't super indepth studies of @arik-fonarik style but I'm getting there. I chose references from multiple posts from them.

.... unfortunately, all the ones i chose were with his eyes closed. I'll probably do more later.

[orionangeline]

I love dunmeshi bc the fandom is like yeah when they're asking if eating the dragon that ate falin is cannibalism it's cannibalism foreshadowing and then you get the senshi backstory and think you're safe but :)

[polar-equinoxx]

Wait. Waiittt.

Since Maverick is Goose’s pilot,

do you think at Goose’s funeral Maverick gives him his wings?

[sknkundercover]

zadr dump bc they have set up camp in my mind and absolutely refuse to leave

[her-penetrating-soul]

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🤍 ‿The only aphrodisiac I need is your voice hearing you speak my name, beckoning me to answer as you glare into the profoundness of my dark brown eyes. I feel goosebumps upon my skin. The sound of your voice murmured to me that you yearn for me. I willing reply to you, my loving horizon, that you're the question I've ever had about love. I use my moisten lips to tell the tale about us. Tracing every ounce of your shadow scape. For every centimeter of your loving fingertips, glide upon my vevetly skin. I'm cupping my face towards you as I let myself go within your hands, feeling your fingers guiding me to your fountain of passion. Those lips that every time I feel them pressed up against mine. I can't help but render myself into your chest. Nestled away where I long to stay forever. I can't lie their is something about you that has me coming back for more. Indulging in your delicacies of your rich, sweet, creamy decant. For their isn't any chocolatiter that can recreate the delicious taste I have of you bestowed upon my tongue. Needing more of you. Needing to be gulped deeply within you. For your the air I need to breathe. You've consumed me into you. Every single caress makes me arch into you. You're my addiction, like a drug that flows throughout my veins. I need you to function. I solely love how you feel when I'm entangled deeply within your embrace. I flow with you. I sway to your hymns. To the slightest touch of you. To your soft ravages that send me into a trance. Feeling our breaths escaping one another. Our bodies unfolded into one another. As if they're dancing upon my silky blush sheets. Feeling our bodies rubbing up against one another. The thrust of your body upon mine. Lost onto your eyes. Lost into your tongue being painted upon mine. Leaving me breathless. You've crawled deep into my oceanic soul. For our souls are one. I love how your body feels against another. I love it when you lure me into you, nibble upon my neck as my black hairlocks drape upon you. Our bodies subdued into one another into one Sonnet of Soul's.⁀🤍

Written August 24th, 2023

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