Playboy Magazine Why She Can’t “Just Say No,” or the Danger of Male Rejection
Women are always saying one thing when they mean another, hardy har har. That’s a known punch line, but you know what? There’s truth there, and it’s not very funny. A lot of women don’t feel privileged enough to speak their mind directly, especially when it comes to engaging with men. But have you ever taken an extra beat to question why that is without falling comfortably into the assumption of “that’s just how women are”?
I didn’t think so.
One of the most common situations where this arises is when a woman is faced with unwanted advances from men. Whether it be a guy at the bar asking for her number, a stranger trying to grope her in a tight space, or an aggressive partner that makes honest communication a no-go in the relationship—a woman who attempts to keep the peace by side-stepping the situation through indirect responses is instantly ridiculed. “Why didn’t you just say no?” the judgy clergy wails…..(read more)
