According to lawyer and activist Dr. Shola Mos-Shogbamimu, being a woman today, as it was yesterday, means fighting against the tide that threatens to limit their potential, promise, and presence.
Whether that means continuing to demand the inalienable right to body autonomy, refusing to conform to deeply rooted societal expectations telling them what to do or say, or persistently knocking down other barriers, it's all about being free.
If you're interested in how this quest manifests in everyday life, we have just the thing for you. The Instagram account 'Laughing Chicks' shares hilariously accurate memes that describe the shared struggles and triumphs of modern women, offering a refreshing perspective on the journey toward equality and empowerment.
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For our first publication on 'Laughing Chicks,' its founder told Bored Panda that initially, the page began as just them creating memes that they thought were funny.
"I was working, and my work [was] very boring, and I wanted to do something more expressive," they explained. "So I started creating the page and memes."
But over time, the fun little page grew, and they realized how much fun content you can find elsewhere too. "I started curating more and giving them credit. Along the way, I have not only supported creators but have made friends such as Nina Marie (@ninamariedaniele) and Vinny Fasline(@vinnyfasline) ... I got an understanding of what my followers like and, more importantly, do not like, and selecting memes is now second nature."
I have a history of ending (my) relationships because of this. I told my current BF to ask me if it's my period if I try to break up (that's not a trap 😉), and it has been working for 15 years
"I found that relatable memes are the ones that resonate the most. Universal topics, such as complaining about work, or bonding with your coworkers, tend to do the best," the person behind 'Laughing Chicks' explained.
However, they added that Instagram itself also has a say in what to post.
"It also depends on the platform; they keep innovating and changing the algorithm, and as creators and curators, we have to adapt. For example, Instagram went very heavy about a year ago on videos, but now they have come back to photos and added more value to them. So, hoping to keep staying ahead of the algorithm and making new partnerships with comedians to keep the page engaged and growing."
For our follow-up publication on the Instagram account, its chief said that they've been focusing on relatable memes even more.
We were also curious about whether or not their memes remain specifically for women, since a considerable portion of them now seems applicable to a broader audience.
"We have an 85% female following; therefore, we post memes more relatable to women," the creator of the account explained. "However, most of it is just relatable content for all."
This is hilarious and relatable, because the last stages are screaming.
It makes sense. Women and men score very similarly on tests of humor appreciation. Psychiatrist Allan Reiss of Stanford University scanned the brains of male and female subjects while they rated the funniness of 30 cartoons. Both genders rated the same number of cartoons as funny and ranked them in the same order of funniness. So don't be scared to send these memes to your guy friends too. If they have a sense of humor, they should appreciate them too!
Living in Europe half my life, and I don't understand why you need a credit score in USA. In The Netherlands, they look at if you have debts or bankruptcy etc. The best is to have no debts at all, regardless if you are repaying on time. We dont believe in spending money we dont have, we also don't get unsolicited credit cards in the mail when we turn 18. Using credit cards in The Netherlands (other than airtickets etc) tobpay means you have no money, and are desperate. We also don't have credit cards promotion/discount/points etc. Totally different mindset.
If someone has the secret to making friends as an adult, I'd love to hear it.
Find groups to join. Over the last year I've started finally making friends in the town we moved into almost 8 years ago because I've found time to join jujitsu and go to group workouts at the rec center, things like that. Unfortunately you also have to actually interact with the people, and probably have to pay to participate 😅
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Antonia, my best friends I met between ages 10 and 14. Half a century ago. They are people you can trust, who you can spend an afternoon reading books with. I hope you are as lucky as me
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Sadly it's harder and harder to find friends because more and more people don't understand that friendship has to swing both ways. They read all those cool memes and quotes about friendship and think that's what friends are supposed to give to them, but don't want to invest the same amount of effort back. Yes, a friend is someone who loves you for no special reason and will help you out if you need them. But it's expected that you do the same.
And 99% of the time they just screw you over
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I had the best Thanksgiving of my life this year. I spent it with people with whom I share no biological relationship except as humans (except my two kids). For the first time ever, at the end of the day, I wasn't emotionally drained and exhausted. It was marvelous.
Hah! Imagine having ever had friends that care wholeheartedly about you, or that really care at all
That's how I feel about technology right now. I'm out of the loop on nearly everything new. I'm now the person tech support people despise.
No matter who you are, do not let me anywhere near your fries, I WILL eat them.
Me. Pretty sure I have liver disease but darned if I don't keep drinking. Just desperate to get out of my head for a minute. It's definitely a vicious circle.
The more I deal with finances and tax returns, the more paranoid I am of doing something by accident that could be deemed fraud.
I'd LOVE to wear Crocs because they're comfortable af, but I just.. can't. It's the only time something is so ugly l just can't.
Free anxiety! Get yer free anxiety here! Hurry this offer won’t last
Feels like ur in an abusive relationship mate... Please leave
Sneaking back into the home as quietly as possible, trying not to wake the folks, but then mom hears you and you try to sound as sober and normal as possible.
3am is booked. That's my time to randomly wake up, then toss and turn for the next 5 hours so...
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... Y r so many of these alcohol related?? R u guys ok?
Why do you need to overthink and turn some jokes into something serious?! They're only jokes...
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I gave up after the first few as most didn't seem to be 'relatable for women' at all. They're just random generalisations.
I must be the worst woman ever as I can’t relate to most of these.
I related to these and I identify as male. But they're not memes they're tweets.
... Y r so many of these alcohol related?? R u guys ok?
Why do you need to overthink and turn some jokes into something serious?! They're only jokes...
Load More Replies... I gave up after the first few as most didn't seem to be 'relatable for women' at all. They're just random generalisations.
I must be the worst woman ever as I can’t relate to most of these.
I related to these and I identify as male. But they're not memes they're tweets.
