Essay On Oppressor And Oppression

The relationship between the oppressor and the oppressed is not strictly divided, but rather one that is constantly intermingling. The oppressor is, often times, also the oppressed. Although oppression is dehumanizing for both parties, it is possible to become free. In order to become free, however, one must must fight for it.
From a young age, girls are taught how to behave and how to dress in order to not raise attention. They are taught that if a boy is mean to them or hits them, it simply means that he likes them. Boys, on the other hand, are taught to not show their emotions. They are taught that aggression is equal to manliness. They are taught that “to play like a girl” is an insult. Both boys and girls are born into a society that places limitations on them based on their gender. These ideas and values are ingrained into their minds and it is something that they are given no choice but to believe in. Both genders grow up believing what they are taught- that men and women are completely different. Women grow up believing that they must get married and have children. They grow up believing that it is their duty to please their husband. Men grow up believing that it is their duty to go to work and support the family. Women grow up believing to be reserved about sex, whereas men grow up …show more content…
The oppressed must face their reality and act upon it. Both genders must realize that they are a part of the patriarchy, and were taught how to behave based on their genders. It is a longstanding institution that people are born into and participate in unconsciously. The patriarchy convinces people that gender roles have always existed and that there is no room for change. There, however, is always room for