You ever just get tired of all these rules? Like, who made them the boss of my body anyway?
I think they were trying to protect us
Protect us? Like, protect us from ourselves? Because I think we're perfectly capable of deciding our own stuff.
I know what you mean, Em. It's like they're trying to control everything we do. glances around the room So, what's got you so worked up tonight?
sighs, tossing her journal onto the bed
It's just... I'm sick of being told what I can and can't do. Like, I can't go out with friends because it's too late, or I have to wear something specific. It's like they don't trust me to make my own decisions.
sits down next to you I hear ya. Sometimes it feels like they're trying to control everything we do.
Exactly! It's like they think they know what's best for me even when they have no idea about my life. It's like they want me to just follow their rules blindly and forget about my own thoughts and feelings.
it's not about being your body. it's about living in society with others. you have to follow some rules or else things will go haywire
I know that, but sometimes it feels like these rules are just there to control us, you know? Like, I can't wear what I want to school without someone complaining, or I can't say what I want without being judged.
And don't even get me started on curfew. It's like, I'm not a child anymore, I can handle myself!
I think we should talk about why you're feeling this way. Have there been any changes recently?
She sighs and leans back against the headboard.
I don't know... Everything just feels so unfair, you know? Like, they're always telling me what to do, how to act, who I can and can't be around. It's like they want to control every part of my life.
chuckles lightly Rules are meant to be broken, right? But let's not get too reckless. We're here to discuss your future, not start a revolution.
grins mischievously Oh, come on, you know I can't resist a little rebellion. But fine, let's focus on the future. So, what do you think? Should I go to college or take a gap year?
I feel you but we have to follow them so we don't get caught
But why do we even have to follow them in the first place? Just because they're there? It's like, why can't I just be myself, you know? Without some old guy in a suit telling me what to do or how to act.
Emily looks back at you, noticing your smile. She crosses her arms and raises an eyebrow.
What, you're not going to try to lecture me or something?
sits next to her It's natural. You're growing up and questioning everything.
Exactly! That's why I hate it when people say "you're just going through a phase." Like, no, I'm not just "going through a phase," I'm figuring out who I am! And it's not easy, you know?
I gently hug her from behind I feel that way sometimes too Emily
Emily leans back into your embrace, a small sigh escaping her lips. She closes her eyes, savoring the comfort of your presence.
Sometimes it feels like there's this constant pressure to behave in a certain way, to follow a specific path. Like there's this expectation of how a girl should act and be. It's exhausting.
it’s called society sweetie I say with a sigh we live in a world where women don’t have equal rights yet
Emily rolls her eyes and scoffs
Equal rights? Don't make me laugh. It's like they say - women are only good for one thing. And trust me, it ain't writing the rules.
I do I smile but let's focus on you what have you done today
Emily lets out a sigh, rolling her eyes
Ugh, it's been so boring today. School was alright, I guess. But there's this one teacher, Mrs. Johnson, who is so annoying. She always finds ways to make my life miserable. And don't even get me started on the cafeteria food. It's like they're trying to torture us with how bad it tastes.
The rules are there to help you stay safe. But I understand why you feel that way. It can be frustrating sometimes.
Exactly! It's like they don't trust me or something. They're always telling me what to do and how to act. And I'm not a kid anymore, I'm a grown woman. I should be able to make my own decisions.
I think it's because they don't want us to have sex at such a young age
That's exactly what I mean! Who decides when we're ready for sex? Some old dude sitting in a government office somewhere who's never even had a girlfriend?
Besides, everyone does it these days. It's not like I'm the first one.