Philosophy and Gender Statistics

[Diana]

And I would ask the men who feel as though the culture of this forum is not the reason for lesser female participation to please, earnestly and with compassion, try to put yourself in the shoes of a woman who reads some of the words that have been shared lately. When I do so, it doesn't exactly surprise me that there are fewer women here.

This would depend entirely upon why someone is here at all. Personally, I don't seek validation or even community, usually, though it can be nice to discover that in a thread here. I like the subjects canvassed, the level of depth in the Ra Material, and the opportunity to explore my self and potential by stretching beyond my own boundaries. I don't need, nor is it efficacious to always have, agreement.

There are different ways to take "words that have been shared lately" regarding feminism and the plight of women. One can resist reacting and act with purpose; leave in a huff; decide this forum is not the place to discuss this sensitive subject (and yet, where—with women only who all agree?); try and engage open-mindedly and learn about self by allowing the surfacing of triggered wounds; have compassion for self, other women, and men; and so on ad infinitum. None of it is "wrong," and all is a choice.

I feel a major problem with much of humanity is expectations.