What Does It Mean To Be Too Feminist

I was recently told not to be “too feminist.” The advice was kindly meant, a warning that some fear what feminism means. Yet, I continue to think about that comment. What might it mean to be too feminist? I am a feminist. I believe in the equality of the sexes. It represent generations of women before us all around the world who fought and are currently fighting for suffrage, equal rights, equal pay. Feminism simply means women’s rights on the grounds of gender equality. That’s it. No female superiority, just equality. We have to know that gender equality should be a must, not a maybe, not a sometimes, not a hope.

If being a feminist, taught me anything, it’s to base my self-worth on my ability to hold a conversation, my willingness to ask