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Being a woman is not easy, even if we don’t like to say it out loud. Feeling deeply, caring for the world, breaking stereotypes, and securing an equal place in society are just a few things we face daily, all while going through the ups and downs of the hormonal cycle.

To shine a light on these struggles and humorously share this pain with the entirety of the women's community, the Instagram page “Girlsprobzz” posts memes that perfectly sum up what it means to be one. From lighter topics such as shopping therapy to existential dreads like having to work for the rest of our lives, there’s bound to be something relatable for everyone. All you have to do is scroll down and enjoy!

While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with empowerment coach and international women’s speaker, Dr. Angela Butts Chester, and women's empowerment strategist and communication expert, Meg Bucaro, who kindly agreed to tell us more about empowering women through their struggles. 

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Empowerment coach Dr. Angela Butts Chester tells Bored Panda that empowering women in today’s society is important because women are important. “Women are in every facet of society, making the world go around. Empowered women make decisions in the areas of economic growth, social development, political stability, and overall community well-being. 

Women around the world every day make decisions that not only affect them but the next generation. They are our first teachers and our first caregivers. Many of us are the women we are today because of the love and care of our mothers and the women in our lives.”

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Meanwhile, women's empowerment strategist and communication expert, Meg Bucaro, says, “Empowering the women of our world is incredibly important right now because of years of systems, laws, and thought processes that devalue women.  

Women's Empowerment is a vehicle to better support women in a world that has historically challenged their value, worth, offerings, and rights. And at the same time, this is a world that desperately needs women's contributions right now to make the world a better place for all.”


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In order to make even more progress toward social change and equality, we have to be aware of the areas that hold women back and fix them. Dr. Angela Butts Chester says that concerns like gender-based violence, lack of access to education, legal discrimination, and health and economic inequality are the ones that stand out to her the most. 

“If I had to give it an all-inclusive phase – simply not being heard and believed when they speak up or speak out,” says Dr. Chester. “For example, legal discrimination limits the rights of women in the areas of inheritance, property ownership, marriage, and divorce. This perpetuates the inequalities. This only compounds when additional layers of inequality are added."

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m respectfully requesting that author to write a book “How to be a millionaire”

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Um, wait a minute. Why is a Meme about cleaning a 'girl prob' or 'women's trouble'? Pretty sure the procrastination of chores is an everyone problem.

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Bucaro believes that the thing that disempowers women the most is the Superwoman idea that women should be able to balance their responsibilities inside and outside of their homes perfectly.

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“It gaslights women into thinking that something is wrong with them if they can not balance all of these responsibilities with those in their paid working role/s. If she is overwhelmed, tired, sick, or experiences a mental health decline, others wonder what is wrong with her. Yet, we do not fully understand the many roles women balance and the never-ending attempt to find a harmonious balance," she says.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, just remember: companies are more than happy to let you ACT like a supervisor because then they don't have to pay for a real one.

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Bucaro adds, “Obviously, any current cultural norms or laws that prohibit women from affording the same opportunities as their male counterparts are also quite damaging. However, I think once women refuse to succumb to the Superwoman ideal, that is when significant change can happen.”

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What we can do to support and empower women, according to Dr. Chester, is to speak up for change. “When you see something that needs to be changed, addressed, or corrected, speak up and advocate for that change, regardless of your gender. As Gandhi famously said, “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Do the work. Assert yourself in the areas that matter most to you personally and in your community.”

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel like Bruce Banner after getting mad but not Hulking out.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You don't have to be drunk, and it doesn't have to be 3 am. Tell your dog today how much you missed them, how great they are, what a good dog they are ...

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Asking and listening can also help. “Engage with those who matter to you most—ask them what they need and how you can assist, both personally and within the larger community,” Dr. Chester says. “For instance, a new Mom might need time to rest or have some personal time; offering to take care of the kids for a few hours can be incredibly supportive. 

On a professional level, this means advocating for the advancement of the most qualified individuals, including women. Recognize and value their abilities without letting their roles as wives or mothers overshadow their professional qualifications. Every person matters in making the world a better place,” she explains.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the original myth, Cupid's arrow didn't hit the heart but the eye, thus blinding us to the other's faults.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think its meant to be "you matter, dont give up", but the other one is more realistic

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Bucaro emphasizes the importance of asking questions and listening to women’s struggles. “Ask women what might help them to feel appropriately supported and help them to be the best version of themselves.”

“While there is so much out of our control, as women, from a day-to-day experience, I urge all of us to focus on what is under our control,” she says. “How we show up, present ourselves, prepare, and judge ourselves is up to us. Defining what the best version of ourselves actually looks like is an exercise in intentionality. Even if we could 'do it all'... why would we want to? I urge each woman to invest in herself and be intentional about her expectations and desires.”

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, I would certainly appreciate it if someone noticed my distress and tried to make me feel better.

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Dr. Chester concludes by saying, “Let’s not forget that an important part of women’s empowerment is not anti-anything else. The women of the world are an amalgamation of all the people who have poured into her, as well as those who haven’t. Her learned behaviors, acquired knowledge, and personal experiences have helped make her the person she is today.”

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Must be a very important guest to have the sofa all to themselves that way.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't have to be drunk to take photos like that. I look like that in most of my photos.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the story about the guy who comes home and there's a thief just standing in his living room, staring in awe at the emptiness before saying "Wait right here. I'll fix you up" and coming back later with a bunch of furniture.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dunno on this. I think there are a lot of people who, in hindsight, kinda wish they'd done this after 9 days instead of 9 years.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm too old for this one. I was there in the age when phones were still attached to the wall by a cord.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol. In my case, it's having a bad day and shaving off my beard, and then immediately regretting it because now my face looks weird without it.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I do this, but then I grew up with it. When I was young, I thought my parents were SO cheap for doing this. "Just buy another bottle." Yeah, I get it now.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's definitely me. If my phone is ringing, it's somebody I don't know because people who know me know I don't answer the phone.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Big Ed features a lot in this thread. He's from 90 Day Fiance'. He also uses mayonnaise as a hair treatment

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Show us the uncropped picture! I'm way impressed with whatever bra she's wearing.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, sometimes laughing is the best thing you can do. Sure beats crying.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I once quit a job on the first day, just realized an hour into it that it wasn't going to work out. On my way out, one of the workers came running out and said "I tried to warn you when you came for the interview, but didn't get a chance. My daughter works at a really good place. You should try there!" Turned out to be a pretty good job.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

like my teacher and her boyfriend. She was under 5´ too, but he almost hit 7`. Hella funny whenever I saw them together. When they wanted to kiss he usually had to get on his knees 😂

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Those are your pretensions of goodness leaving your body, so you can now be free to be your TRUE SELF! WORLD BEWARE!

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Id be so pissed tbh at least tell me before then. Its selfish to make someone get ready and mentally prepare them for going out when they're asking where u r

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That's actually a POSITIVE attitude. I tend to catch onto the ONE negative thing they say and then treasure it like Gollum with his ring.

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Silence is also communication. Doing nothing is also a plan.

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I should spend this money because tomorrow I might die and I'd hate for it to just sit in the bank forever.

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Commenting so the downvoted one wont show bcs people dont neeed more hate in their lives

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In my current house in Japan, it's just a matter of clearing the cold water from the pipe, but I once stayed in a REALLY old apartment, where you literally had to wait for the water to boil first, and then add cold water so it didn't boil you like pasta.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I spend almost every summer looking almost exactly like that guy. Went to visit family one summer, and my older brother showed up almost exactly the same.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I rarely need my alarm anymore. It's a long night of waking up every half hour until I give up.

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I really thought that prayer was going to end a little bit differently and a lot less politely.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, he's not on insta. If reddit is any indication, he's in the restroom with the maid of honor.

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