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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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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“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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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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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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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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“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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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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Why did she get eliminated, that joke was top tier. That guy wouldn't know a great girl even if she dressed as a sloth and came out a limo...oh wait...he didn't.
I refuse to watch the Bachelor, but I would make an exception for this clip.
First eliminated? Wow. Some people have zero sense of humor. If I were the Bachelor guy that season, I would’ve stopped the show right there and declared I made my final choice—-and announce that I have fallen in love at first sight with Ms Sloth. Done. Next show can be us getting married.
Awesome sense of clever humor. If I was on the show; she wouldn't still be single. Smart, funny, and lovely. 😁👋
If I was the bachelor, I would have straight up said, 'That's it, show's over, she the one! Wedding's next week, see you there.'
Only part of that garbage show I ever watched. Only interesting and funny woman to make an appearance
I'll take her - says a 39yr old woman who sleeps with a sloth teddy (pretending to be a heat pad but we all know that's not the real reason) every night - he's called Freddy - you know, because the claws. She's far too good for him
I've seen that heath pad. I was soo in love, but decided it would look funny. Yes I'm in therapy for that. :D
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Yeah, this would have put her at the top of the list with a LOT of ground for the others to cover to catch up.
Sorry - another brain cell killing waste of time. At least on BP I learn something new (or at least interesting instead of insipid).
No he didn’t! If he had no sense of humor and didn’t laugh, so he doesn’t, then he definitely didn’t and never will, deserve her! She would have been the keeper!
She definitely deserves someone with just as over the top sense of humour
Why would one waste their time watching this garbage on TV! Who gives a damn what happens anyway!
To be fair, that entire season of the show was central around the fact that the guy was a virgin. Every single conversation revolved around the fact that he was a virgin, and even he himself introduced himself as a virgin several times. With that being said, there could've been a chance he was actually uncomfortable but pretended to be in on it.
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We Didn’t Know Because They Didn’t Want Us To! G Nbc
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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Wonder if she took him and a peach switch out behind the shed and taught him some manners?
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“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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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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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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Sounds like the boyfriend had more respect for the daughter than the mother did.
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Rule Number One: Curtsy To The Queen Or Something. Rule Number Two: No Running At School Events I Guess
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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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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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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I would add one incredible 'badass' to this list. American activist Rachel Corrie who stood against injustice and gave her life for it.
I didn't know about her. Thank you for informing us.
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I would add one incredible 'badass' to this list. American activist Rachel Corrie who stood against injustice and gave her life for it.
I didn't know about her. Thank you for informing us.
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