In today’s world, women are more empowered than ever before. They are breaking down barriers and achieving great things in all areas of life. However, this newfound strength can sometimes be intimidating to men.
Here are ten reasons why men find strong women intimidating:
1. Confidence and Self-Assurance
Strong women know who they are and what they want. They are unafraid to speak or go after what they want. This can be intimidating to men who are used to being the ones in control.
“A strong woman is one who is able to smile when she wants to cry, who can pick herself up after a fall, and who carries on even when things are tough.” – Harriet Tubman
2. Independence and Self-Sufficiency
Strong women are perfectly capable of taking care of themselves. They don’t need a man to provide or make decisions for them. This can threaten men used to being the breadwinner or the decision-maker in a relationship.
3. Success in Career and Life
Strong women are often successful in their careers. They may have high-powered jobs or be running their businesses. This can be intimidating to men who are not as successful or feel threatened by a woman’s success.
“A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.” – Diane Mariechild
4. Willingness to Challenge the Status Quo
Strong women are not afraid to speak out against injustice or inequality. They are not afraid to challenge the status quo. This can be intimidating to men who are used to things being the way they are.
5. Refusal to Conform to Traditional Gender Roles
Strong women are not afraid to be themselves, even if it means being different from other women. They are not afraid to show their emotions or be assertive. This can intimidate men who are used to women conforming to traditional gender roles.
“The woman who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd. The woman who walks alone is likely to find herself in places no one has ever been before.” – Albert Einstein
6. Comfort with Being Alone
Strong women are not afraid to be alone. They are perfectly happy with their company and don’t need a man to complete them. This can be intimidating to men who are used to women needing them for emotional support or companionship.
7. Assertiveness and Negotiation
Strong women know what they want and are unafraid to ask for it. They are not afraid to negotiate or stand up for themselves. This can be intimidating to men who are used to being the ones in control.
“The best protection any woman can have … is courage.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
8. Strength, Both Physical and Emotional
Strong women are not afraid to show their physical and emotional strength. They are not afraid to stand up for themselves or others. This can be intimidating to men who are used to women being seen as the weaker sex.
9. Willingness to Take Risks
Strong women are not afraid to take risks. They are willing to step outside their comfort zone and try new things. This can be intimidating to men who are used to women being more cautious or risk-averse.
“A woman is like a teabag. You never know how strong she is until she’s in hot water.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
10. Role Model for Other Women
Strong women are role models for other women. They show other women that being strong, independent, and successful is possible. This can be intimidating to men who are used to women being seen as the weaker sex or threatened by a woman’s success.
Conclusion
Strong women are not intimidating. They are simply women who are comfortable in their own skin and who are not afraid to be themselves. They are role models for other women and they show the world that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. So if you are a strong woman, don’t be afraid to show your strength. The world needs more women like you.
We are intimidated by NO woman…we are simply annoyed with some of their delusion in thinking strong means being boastful and competing with men.
We are intimidated by NO woman…we are simply annoyed with some of their delusion in thinking strong means being boastful and competing with men -says a man who wants to control..who says we are competing? We are just showing what we can do..dont cry if we are doing much better..
I agree I dont know any strong woman that have all the qualities on that list. 1) Most women are just being arrogant when they think there being confident. 2) Everybody has some form of self sufficiency. Womems emotions tend to take over in a crisis or if something doesnt go as planned. 3) lots of women have high power High paying jobs but They are usually abused and overworked and taken advantage of by there employers. 4) Yes woman are very good at speaking out and bring attention to all thats wrong in life, But very rarely do they take action, unless it involves their children. 5) This I agree they feel they have to do everything themselves and are usually overwhelmed and usually revert to #4 6)I dont know any women comfortable being alone, They tend to lose their self worth in that situation. 7) I agree on this as well They definately let you know what they want, but very rarely let you know what they need until its to late. 8) Yes most will puff there chest and confront situations knowing most men will take it. But if opposed with resistance they usually back down. 9) Not in my experience Woamen need to be pushed out of their comfort zones. 10) Good woman make great role models to other women and expecially children.
Bottom line is I love women. I am with someone who makes me better and I make her better. Stronger United thats what its about. My weaknesses are her strengths and vice versa. We complete eachother. Its a partnership there are no gender roles we do what needs to be done as a team we support eachother. In my eyes thats better. Women are special and need to celebrate there feminism, but not by becoming more masculine, or at the cost of imasculating men. Today that is the society norm. Trust me life is much easier if you support respect and love your partner. And that goes for both men and women
What a passive-aggressive, back-handed “compliment “ to your partner. You must have quite the fragile little ego.
I have all the qualities and am not boastful. I am more at peace in my quiet alone time maybe just reading or watching TV. Fitness and health balanced with 7-8 hours of sleep is a priority so I can show up for my family and work. I wear heels to work most days and wear red lipstick. Most importantly, this is why I appreciate my man being strong and enjoy sitting back and receiving from him. You are right both genders have masculine and feminine traits. As a woman it is easier to be feminine at work, in the world and at home. I hope you come across a me somewhere. Be sure you are ready because we are only girls lol.
You do not my ex-husband, please do not use “we” unless you know everyman.
I am one of these women, i have had to be , i would love to find a man who would step up and allow me to not be in control – i dont want to compete , i just want to feel safe and secure , i would gladly take on the traditional womans role ,if i could find a man who would take over the traditional mans role from me until then i have to do both !
100% agree with your post. I love being a feminine woman, but dating is a nightmare
I’m old school and expect as much as I give, that’s not easy to find in today’s male population. 😒
I can relate
Yooo dear I’m also in that position. It’s very hard to get a man who understands. Unless you get someone who would want to use you.
Exactly sis same 💜💯
I would be happy to be doing the male roles whatever you would like them to be. Also assist on some of the female roles as well
I agree 100%
Truth.
I can be submissive and compliant if he is a real man…..
Likewise.. I believe in being a partner in all aspects.. be it house chores or outside errands..I’ve love to be around a woman who is decision maker and confident in carrying herself.. with lot of feminine touch to be natural.
The premise, on its face, and after analysis, is false. Annoyed, disappointed, fed up are more descriptive. No man is “intimidated” but any woman! Delusion is behind this question.
It’s interesting how the word “intimated” seems to hits a man’s fragile ego. I have felt intimated by either or a man or another woman because it has to do my insecurities and my self worth. Nothing else!
It’s not about wanting control simply not being controlled and our boundaries over stepped. Why is there a constant war between the sexes there’s no need each one will have more in one area that the other and people have to accept that
Iam me ❤ that the one.
Belief is the power of your true power. Keep it going, especially to all single mom out there… Keep up your AlfaFemale on 💪❤
I am strong not by own choice, but because I had to. I learned everything in life by myself with ups and downs. I would gladly become that weak, feminine and guided woman, but there are no strong men out there. And yes I just walk away most of the times, because I don’t want to raise someone’s adult sun. I’m looking for strong father figure for the kids I’m going to have with him.
Nowadays you can easily find sex, but not a partnership in relationship.
This is so true! I am also one of these women this article describes me perfectly. Having a man meet my goals and needs are very hard. Because I am so strong I tend to be the one in control. There are days I want to be that weak female but life doesn’t allow that. I’ve been married 4 times. 0 of the in laws liked me because I am strong. It always ended in them degrading me constantly. In stead of being supportive. Im not one to sit back and cry I just do. Why because I had too. Sometimes life isn’t fair. I had to grow up at a young age and it’s carried me through. The best person I can depend on is myself.
It is very hard for us males as well. The ladies are not really there for a long term commitment they are there for one night stands which I am not interested in or just somewhere to go for an afternoon or night. I am old school and am willing to start with dating and work up to a long term relationship
I just want to be an equal not weaker or stronger than my man .I want to fill his voids n need him to fill mine.I am a very outspoken strongminded self sufficient woman that longs to be able to freely have flaws that he loves regardless and me adore him n his flaws n all just are not impressed with the new norm of just linking up and really looking forward to a long term commitment and not have to wonder if they are being faithful to me I love the thought of love but the definition of love varies from men to women and from loyal professional Playas n it keeps me skeptic on trusting n letting down my guard just to be hurt and have to rebuild me n my walls all over again