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“When I face violence or abuse, I am often told to endure it because it’s seen as my duty to keep the family together.”

The Burden of Endurance

“When I face violence or abuse, I am often told to endure it because it’s seen as my duty to keep the family together.”

In my community, being a woman often feels like living in someone else’s shadow. The culture dictates that men hold all the power, and my voice is rarely heard or valued.

Decisions about my life—what I wear, who I marry, and how I spend my time—are made by the men around me, leaving me feeling powerless and voiceless.

• How can I have agency over my own life when every choice is dictated by others?

• What does it mean to endure suffering in silence, just to maintain a facade of family unity?

When I try to speak out about my suffering, I am met with disbelief or condemnation, as if I am the troublemaker.

The weight of shame and the fear of ostracization for defying societal norms keep me silent, even when I am in deep pain.

The Weight of Suppression

“I feel like I am constantly navigating a minefield, trying to avoid angering the men in my life while suppressing my own needs and desires.”

It’s exhausting to live in a society that prioritizes men’s needs over mine, where my worth is diminished simply because I am a woman. Every day feels like a battle to suppress my own desires and needs to maintain peace. I often wonder:

• What happens to my identity in a world that values male dominance over my individuality?

• Is there any space for my voice amidst the cacophony of patriarchal expectations?

I long for a world where my voice matters, where I can express my thoughts and feelings without fear of retaliation. The thought of living free from violence and repression seems like a distant dream, buried under layers of patriarchal control.

If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone. There are resources and support systems that can help you reclaim your voice and assert your right to live without fear.