Girls Supporting Girls - Blog Posts
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this is my first time on tumblr
get to know me
•I’m a girl who loves listening to music (metal, rock, indie and alternative music in general)
•she/her (I don’t really care about my pronouns, but I prefer she/her) I’m wlw
•my hobbies are drawing, painting (pretty basic, but I go to art school), listening to music, reading, walking in nature, doing pilates and sleeping ofc
•I like history, art, astronomy and physics (science in general)
•I’m an omnist, I respect everyone’s religions and beliefs
I struggle with mental health so maybe some of my posts will be more melancholic and sad
Breaking Free: How Societal Stereotypes Limit Young Women and How to Reframe Those Beliefs
Let's talk about something real: societal stereotypes. From a young age, women are constantly told throughout our lives about who we're supposed to be. We're supposed to be quiet, agreeable, nurturing, and perfect. These stereotypes not only shape how others see us, but they also shape how we see ourselves. These stereotypes can create fixed mindset beliefs that limit our sense of identity and potential.
Think about it:
“I’m not good at math or science.”
“I shouldn’t be too ambitious or assertive.”
“I need to prioritize being liked over being heard.”
Sound familiar? These beliefs aren’t just harmless thoughts. They’re barriers. They tell us what we can’t do, who we shouldn’t be, and where we don’t belong. But here’s the truth: you are not defined by stereotypes.
How Stereotypes Create Limiting Beliefs
Internalization: We absorb societal expectations and start believing they’re true.
Fear of Failure: Stereotypes make us afraid to step outside the box, so we avoid risks.
Imposter Syndrome: We doubt our abilities, feeling like we don’t deserve success.
How to Break Free and Reframe Those Beliefs
Challenge the Narrative
Ask yourself: Who told me I can’t? Why do I believe that?
Replace limiting beliefs with empowering ones: “I am capable of learning and growing in any field I choose.”
Embrace a Growth Mindset
Believe that your abilities aren’t fixed. You can develop skills, overcome challenges, and redefine your identity.
Celebrate effort, not just results. Progress is progress, no matter how small. Even if it's 1%, it still counts towards the 100%.
Surround Yourself with Support
Find mentors, friends, and communities that uplift and inspire you. You can join communities on Tumblr or search for Discord servers you align with.
Share your goals and struggles with people who believe in your potential.
Redefine Success on Your Terms
Success doesn’t have to look like what society says it should. What matters is what you value. This is your life after all.
Do not be scared to take up space. Be bold. Be unapologetically yourself. Live in your authenticity. It is what makes you you.
Take Action, Even When It’s Scary
Start small. Apply for that opportunity, speak up in that meeting, or try something new.
Remember: Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s acting despite it.
You Are More Than a Stereotype
Your potential is limitless, but it’s up to you to claim it. Reframe those beliefs, challenge the status quo, and step into the person you’re meant to be. The world needs your voice, your ideas, and your brilliance. Don’t let anyone (including yourself) tell you otherwise.
Homework time!📝
What’s one limiting belief you’re ready to let go of? Let’s cheer each other on in the comments! ✨
For the rewrite thing, can you please show a Hermione & Luna friendship instead of what they had in canon?
Definitely! I always thought Hermione and Luna could’ve balanced each other out so well.
I want to change the way the girls viewed each other in the books. Fleur is no longer going to be hated on for being feminine. Cho (whose name I’m planing to change) will not be made fun of for grieving her dead boyfriend. And so many other things.
In a public bathroom and hearing a few girls talk about period health.
Mexico was painted purple by feminists today 🥰
Today, the feminist movement took the streets of mexico, with women marching for their rights and against the epidemic of feminicides that is taking place in the country 💕💓😭
When the march began to be organized in social networks, people were "worried" and critizised the lack of empathy (from feminists) with the women (specifically) who'd have to clean the streets after the marching - the cleaning ladies showed up to show their support tho 💖♀️
This was today and I'm filled with pride, I wasn't able to participate and it breaks my heart. However tomorrow is the mexican feminist strike - just like Icelandic women did in 1975 - tomorrow, Mexican feminist groups have called for a full on strike: no women in schools, work places or even on the streets. Women won't buy or sell anything tomorrow, or actively participate in the mexican society in any way, including social media. No internet tomorrow for us. So I wont see ya until the tenth. ✊✊✊
I love that the internet saw people comparing women and other alienated groups of people and went, “they’re dating,” and, “they support each other.” We’re improving as a society.
Credit: @juliehangart