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Artist Illustrates The Pressures She And Other Women Face From Society In 30 New Honest Comics
Society puts pressure on everyone: most are expected to be someone, do something and whatever else. But that does not mean that those expectations are valid, or if the pressure is really necessary. Who knows, perhaps we're forced to chase after goals that don't really reflect our true self, or even worse, we can lose our true selves whilst chasing them.
If that's the case, perhaps we need to do the opposite It's very important to continually deprogram ourselves from things that are not true, and in some cases even harmful. Therefore we need to find ways to heal ourselves from the harm that modern life may cause.
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Which is why it's great to have artists like Lainey Molnar, who help others to do exactly that. She has a mission to point out all of the wrong and right things of what it means to be a woman at this day and age, and illustrates these things in a very accurate and aesthetic way. In her comics, she explores the topic of femininity, double standards, societal pressures, expectations, and various other problems that modern independent women face every day.
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Tigerpacingthecage 4 years ago
Yes. It's never about the clothes. You should be able to control yourself and your thoughts.
And many people are grateful that she's raising awareness on the aforementioned issues. In fact, she's really popular both amongst her fans on Instagram, and you, our beloved Bored Panda readers. Her Instagram has a whopping 896k followers and the two posts (which you may find here and here) were viewed by millions on our page. Lainey an important voice.
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Otter-Popsicle 4 years ago
Ok, where are the people who do this? Raise your hand. No one? And there you have it folks, another problem. No one wants to admit they said that
What's great about these illustrations is that their tone isn't restricted to criticism and negative stuff. While she criticizes, which is an important and a difficult task in itself, she also promotes body positivity and mental wellbeing. She kindly reminds us not to follow norms which don't suit your natural needs, she reminds us that we're all beautiful and normal in our own special way. No size is wrong, no height is wrong, and no habit is disgusting. All of it is you, and you should accept that first and foremost. And if the other's can't accept that, we'll, sucks to be them.
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Tigerpacingthecage 4 years ago
Yeah. This one is tricky and requires a never ending balancing act.
Though the expectations and the pressure for women in our society may sometimes feel like they're crushing you, don't give up, girls. Just remember, diamonds are made under pressure. They're also a woman's best friend. This might be that extra bit of inspiration you may have wanted to hear to get out there and take over the world. Tread on, women!
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Otter-Popsicle 4 years ago
Exactly! So unfair! You capture the most unseen stuff in this world and put it out there! You are now my new favorite artist
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Tigerpacingthecage 4 years ago
Never. My therapist said "your progress is not lost just because you had a bad moment". Better to let it out rather than let it eat you up from the inside. It's just a bump in the road, not the end.
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Chaotic-Pansexual (she/they) 4 years ago
Yes, if it’s something not creepy it’s usually fine. Something like “wow, your eyes are really pretty” or “I love your nails” “did you get a new tattoo? It looks cool” in some cases, if said with the right tone, something like “that (clothing item) looks really nice on you”. Things like “oh wow have you lost/gained weight?” “Nice t*ts” or “you have a great butt” are things are not acceptable
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thatmfkidinc 4 years ago
I believe we should be free to judge if we want, but should certainly keep our thoughts to ourselves simply because thats polite. But if you ask me how you look then...
Harry Chordist 3 years ago
Always, when they're posting it on social media. And that chick up above would be disgusting in real life.
Kelly Deich 3 years ago
Thank you for giving her a surgical scar!! I cried. Finally I see myself in these.
Riley Quinn 4 years ago
I regularly compliment clothing, shoes, hair, or jewelry. It seems to be the appropriate amount of unsolicited commentary.
Leesa DeAndrea 4 years ago
It's odd how people feel the need to tell fat people that the fat people are fat. We know we are fat.
Will sell soul for corn chip 4 years ago
can somone tell me what the scar n her stomach is from? Im curious
Nimues Child 4 years ago
These should all be a new category of greeting cards - encouraging women and allies, teaching others to not be creeps.
Isaac Harvey 4 years ago
If you were to judge me by my looks throughout 2017 and 2018, you would have no way of knowing that I had been going through 15 months of chemotherapy for childhood brain cancer.
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Ellis Tamura 4 years ago
Exactly! I may not feel that I can care for children now, but hopefully one day!
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Tamra Stiffler 4 years ago
And yet, every time Madonna is featured on BP, she's roasted like a Christmas turkey.
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Skeeter rats she/they 4 years ago
Bro yes. I get really sweaty between and behind my thighs and oddly enough my inner elbow it’s uncomfortable so I always gotta cool down.
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Jennifer Norton 4 years ago
Our differences are what make us beautiful. The world would be boring if we were all the same!!!!!!
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Otter-Popsicle 4 years ago
Ok, yeah. But some people do not like people knowing their personal stuff that is going on. Good memo, though
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ChimeraBubbles 4 years ago
All except pee in the shower...I didn't even know that was something people do until a few years ago. No judgement.
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Unnamed Hooman 4 years ago
Translation: How could I not be enough when past versions of me only got to dream about the life I am living now
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Amy Broderick 4 years ago
I've learned to do most things alone. I actually prefer it. Once I get rid of this ball and chain around my neck I will be happy to be alone again.
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Nadine Bamberger 4 years ago
I love to be the "cool" aunt, I know I would've been an unhappy and overwhelmed mom, but helping raise my niece and nephew is awesome, I think I do a good job.
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weatherwitch 4 years ago
This is an excellent post! Insightful, thoughtful and just mighty damn brilliant! Fantastic artist ❤️
weatherwitch 4 years ago
This is an excellent post! Insightful, thoughtful and just mighty damn brilliant! Fantastic artist ❤️
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