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Attacking a crocodile to save a friend, getting a pink mohawk at 90 years old, getting a huge billboard ad to call out a cheater—this is just the tip of the iceberg of female awesomeness. They’re called ‘power moves’ for a reason. They resonate. They echo. They stick in your memory better than bubble gum to the pavement on a scorching summer’s day.
Scroll down to see the very best posts about women who deserve respect for their power moves, collected by the Bored Panda team. Remember to upvote your fave pics and don’t forget to share your opinion in the comments. And when you’re done with this list, you’ll definitely want to check out this (gender-neutral) article about awesome power moves.
Meanwhile, be sure to read Bored Panda’s exclusive interview with British comedy writer, aspiring pop star, and single mother Ariane Sherine, a woman of more talents than we could list. We had a chat with her about the indicators that you’re living a high-quality good life, why women shouldn’t be pressured to get married, and the challenges that women still face today in the West.
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A True Madlass
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Madlass Researcher
London-based comedy writer and multitalented creative Ariane shared with Bored Panda what she thinks are the main things that help lead a high-quality life, no matter what gender you might be.
“I think four things are essential for a full life: being true to yourself, being kind to yourself and others, having fun, and working hard to achieve your dreams,” she shared.
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This Is 90 Year Old Suzanne Hoylaerts Of Belgium. She Passed Away After Refusing A Respirator To Combat Covid-19 Telling Her Doctors “Save It For The Youngest Who Need It Most, I’ve Already Had A Beautiful Life”
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Zoinks!
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Mad Lass Pretends To Not Know English
“Also, stop caring so much what other people think (you learn this as you get older!). We know we’re on track if we’re happy. Emotional pain signals that we need to change something in our lives,” Ariane explained to us how we can gauge if we’re on the right path in life or if we should consider changing some things.
Bored Panda wanted to get Ariane’s opinion on why some women are still pressured to get married as soon as possible, even in the West, in the 21st century. “Maybe not as soon as possible, but certainly at some point,” she said.
“I felt the pressure so badly, I went and married the wrong guy and regretted it,” Ariane opened up to us.
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Madlass
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This Muslim Woman Took A Photo In Front Of An Anti-Muslim Protest Like A Pro
She also offered a good comeback for when a woman gets asked why she’s not married yet. “I guess the comeback depends on the person asking, but try sighing and joking, ‘I guess I’m just not over your dad!’”
According to comedy writer Ariane, there are still many challenges that women face in this day and age, even in the West. She told us that “there’s still a lot of misogyny” and the sexual assault conviction rate is “shocking.”
“In the UK, only 7% of cases get to court and convictions are only 1.7% when it’s estimated that 95% of perpetrators are guilty. There’s definitely still a lot of work to do,” she said.
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This Sister
Raven Sheridan 2 years ago
They did a movie about this with Hilary Swank. What they didn't tell you at the end of the film, was the Kenny died 6 months after he was released in a motorcycle accident. Tragic.
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Thanks Emma From 1877!
Writer and human rights advocate Elizabeth Arif-Fear previously explained to Bored Panda that women still face barriers to entry, sexist attitudes, and harassment because of their gender. This can occur in the workplace, as well as at home. For instance, there’s still the expectation that women ‘should’ be the ones to do the lion’s share of the housework, even if they work full-time jobs.
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Goldie Williams Was A Rebellious Woman Arrested For Vagrancy. ‘She Refused To Unfold Her Arms And Stop Making This Face For Her 1898 Mugshot - Omaha, Nebraska
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Marilyn Monroe Was A Madlass
John L 2 years ago
Heh, fashion! Seriously I remember a fashion show had dresses made of burlap, about 10 years ago.
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Panda Kicki 2 years ago
Not really. She had a neat dress, made of a potato sack. The sack isnt the thing here, its just a fabric. Quite stupid, as she would have been stunning even in a real sack.
RandomBeing 2 years ago
Marilyn Monroe was pretty cool. And if u look at her diary also potentually asexual
Leslie Crittenden 2 years ago (edited)
I notice she's still wearing all the makeup and didn't wait for her plucked brows to grow out. She is also clearly wearing some sturdy undergarments. Not very convincing.
Celtic Pirate Queen 2 years ago
What most people also don't know is that she was incredibly intelligent and very well read. The fact "they" would only give her dumb blonde roles greatly contributed to her depression.
Leesa DeAndrea 2 years ago
It's actually the opposite. Beautiful people make ugly clothes look good which tricks the rest of us into thinking that crap will look good on us too. But it doesn't.
Stannous Flouride 2 years ago
Nice story but a myth. It was a publicity stunt by her studio and agent.
Robert Bailey 2 years ago
When asked if she had nothing on during the photoshoot the produced Golden Dreams, Marilyn Monroe said "No, I had the radio on."
Niall Mac Iomera 2 years ago
*a tailored sack with professional makeup, lighting, and photographer. I reckon this on kinda proves his point, or at least supports it.
Mx. Croteau 2 years ago
fun fact: feed sack dresses were a thing during 19th century, as the fabric was often made in nice patterns.
Lady of the Mountains 2 years ago
now an advertisement for idaho potatoes, in case anyone was wondering
Lucas 2 years ago
If you go by the model and film industry 'standards' wanting a lot of their leading ladies to be thin and causing far too many to have eating disorders maybe. Not by modern standards for the average woman in any other respect.
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Definitely Should Be Here!
“If both partners are working full-time then they should be sharing the housework equally. Sadly, research shows that women still do more housework than men even when working. On a practical level, if a couple is committed to an equal level of partnership, drawing up a chore timetable can be useful, as can designating roles by working out who does what based on their likes and strengths,” Elizabeth said.
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Madlasses Must Not Be Messed With
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Fan Wears A Ryan Reynolds Shirt To Meet Hugh Jackman
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This Is How You Stand Up To Government!
NsG 2 years ago
Unfortunately, I suspect the cameraperson holds more power than the young woman, amazing as she is. Without it being documented, I doubt very much that they would have "lined up" to arrest her, she wouldn't have even had time to open that booklet. Recording for posterity (aka evidence) is what made them hesitate.
“These attitudes go beyond chores. They are a symptom of sexism. In such a relationship, both partners are not equal. No woman should be expected to work two full-time jobs—one paid and one at home—while her able-bodied husband sits back and does nothing at home,” the expert said.
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Nice
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We Didn’t Know Because They Didn’t Want Us To! G Nbc
Walking On Sunshine 2 years ago
And of course we don't know anything about her unlike Paul Revere. What a load of crap. Once again, a woman did twice the job a man did and a man got the credit.
“In today’s world, looking after the home and/or children is a full-time job in itself and such work needs to be shared. Families often have to rely on two incomes and women have the right to pursue professional goals—something which their spouse should encourage as part of an equal partnership,” she told us.
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The Maddest Of Lasses
Jo Johannsen 2 years ago
Wonder if she took him and a peach switch out behind the shed and taught him some manners?
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The Madlass Thief
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Mad Lass Wrestler Beating All The Boys With Her Bare Hands- They Don't Look Too Happy About It Either
“Being financially dependent on a man is not a healthy or safe option. Spouses must be equal in opportunities and shared duties. As working patterns have shifted with the economy in the past decades, outdated sexist attitudes also need to shift. A women’s role is where she wants to be—just like a man’s.”
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Madlass
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Mad 11 Yr Old
According to Elizabeth, it’s not a woman’s job to pick up or look after her male relatives. “If she chooses to stay at home as the family is financially able to manage on one wage, that must be the couple’s joint decision. Even then, there must be mutual respect, sharing of responsibility, and a fair equitable division of chores.”
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Madlass
DennyS (denzoren) 2 years ago
I'd also like to add...that when everyone is paying their respects you walk up to the coffin, look inside, and while walking away you press your ear and whisper, "he's dead, it's confirmed"
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Madlass Walks Around Nude
Jo Johannsen 2 years ago
Sounds like the boyfriend had more respect for the daughter than the mother did.
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Madlass Cyclist
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Rule Number One: Curtsy To The Queen Or Something. Rule Number Two: No Running At School Events I Guess
Eastendbird 2 years ago
This has been used before and there were multiple posts pointing out that there were no "royal rules" about running in races at schools.
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Nina Simone On Girls' Talk
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Well That Didn't Go As Planned
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The Trickster Indeed
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Model And Actress Anita Ekberg, After Being Followed And Hounded By Photographers, Beat One Of Them Up. When They Threatened To Call The Cops, She Retrieved A Bow And Arrow From Her Villa And Shot Another Photographer (1960) The Last Thing A Journaliste Sees :
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Now This Is How A Madlad Breaks Up
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Madlass
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Some Madlasses Of The 1930s
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Absolute Madlass Changes Bio To Make Fun Of The Potus
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Madlass
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Madlass Strikes Twice!
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Power Move
Andrea Josipović 2 years ago
Like when i asked my grandma how many times has she dropped her phone and she said "why would i drop it, i take care of my things". The look of disbelieve on me And my siblings eyes while all holding phones with cracked glass...
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Taylor Swift Being An Absolute Madlass...
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Did That Just Happen...
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Nadine 2 years ago
I would add one incredible 'badass' to this list. American activist Rachel Corrie who stood against injustice and gave her life for it.
Elin Stenqvist 2 years ago
I didn't know about her. Thank you for informing us.
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Nadine 2 years ago
I would add one incredible 'badass' to this list. American activist Rachel Corrie who stood against injustice and gave her life for it.
Elin Stenqvist 2 years ago
I didn't know about her. Thank you for informing us.
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