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I am a Girlby *enchantma

Digital Art / Typography / Conceptual

I really didn't want this to come out as bitter as it did, but I get into "Girl Power" mode occasionally. I often get tired of being mistreated as a girl or watching my friends get hurt and taken advantage of. The past several weeks I've witnessed abuse in every form, not just in my life, but a lot of people around me have been crying on my shoulder. Whether it's a relationship or a work situation, I see girls in pain.
I wish I could give each one of you a hug and tell you it's going to be okay. I wish I could tell girls who are hurting to stop feeling hurt.
If you're in a relationship where a guy is not giving you all you need, please step away from it or see a counselor to make it work. There is no reason to ever settle. You're worth more! Never think otherwise. Your life partner does not define you. You are always your own person.
And I'm here if you ever need to vent or talk it out.
Life is short and has so much to offer, so make it the best life ever! Only you can achieve your own happiness.

This is a poem I wrote to channel these feelings that are coming from so many of you and myself in a more encouraging direction. It's also my first attempt at doing anything with typography, so if you're a pro at that, please let me know how I can make this better.

xoxo <3

EDIT: I feel like this message might have come off as out of hand sexist. The "you" I speak to in this piece is an abuser. I didn't even specify anything about this being against men. This is not about ALL men. I have nothing against guys. I have great men in my life, but I speak as a girl about my experience of being objectified in specific situations because of my gender. I didn't want to have to explain this since art is about your personal interpretation, but I do not want to hurt anyone - especially guys. This is very personal and I wanted to share it as an art piece. I also wanted this to become a mantra for girls who need to recognize how strong they are. I am grateful for all the feedback and I'm still going through all the comments. Thank you everyone for your responses and/or support, I love hearing what you have to say!

EDIT 2:You asked for it, so here it is...The "I am a Girl" t-shirt is now available online! [link]

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=EGClark May 10, 2013 Traditional Artist

Love this message! But the honest truth coming from a guy who works with women in an all girls facility for young adults, sometimes, its the girls who are the abusers, bastards, and all around a-holes in a relationship. I know I've dated one before...it sucked.

*enchantma May 11, 2013 Professional Digital Artist

Sorry for your experience

=EGClark May 12, 2013 Traditional Artist

Hey, you live and learn. Like I said, wonderful message for girls who have no self-esteem!

*enchantma May 12, 2013 Professional Digital Artist

Indeed! And thank you (:

~Lady-Satra Apr 23, 2013 Hobbyist Digital Artist

What are you doing here? Why aren't you washing? GO TO THE KITCHEN NOW.
Ok,I'm just kidding,i'm a girl too XD
(But I love that types of jokes)

~Togrutaboy836 Apr 17, 2013 Hobbyist Traditional Artist

I am a guy, and for any girl who has suffered at the hands of a jerk..I am sorry. Not all guys are like that though, I would never hurt anyone for no reason. The worse I've done is feel a girl's hair and complement it. Now that I think, I actually defended a girl in this situation.

~FruitBat2011 Apr 14, 2013

Right on, sister.

~Kritone Apr 11, 2013 Student General Artist

This is AWESOME!!! I agree %100

Girls only make $0.86 for every guy that makes $1.00

Not saying guys are all jerks or girls are always better, but girls are given way too little recognition, especially in history.

~I-love-Doitsu Apr 2, 2013 Hobbyist Writer

Awesome Frau

=Sammylily34 Mar 25, 2013 Student Digital Artist

This is just what I needed to make my day!

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