How do you react to Catcalling?
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How do you react to Catcalling?
How To Safely Respond To Catcalling, Because It’s A Major Problem
- Respond Firmly. If you’re a quick thinker with a strong voice, then this may be a good choice.
- Make It Weird.
- Go Viral.
- Be Blunt.
- Fake A Phone Call.
- Say Thanks.
- Say What.
- Show Compassion.
When did Cat Calling start?
Like so many of our strange social customs, the catcall has its own history. The term was believed to be first used in the 17th century when audience members would make a hissing or shrieking sound (like a feral cat) as an act of derision to a performer on stage.
What do you wish you could say to a cat-caller?
But, from the safety of my home and keyboard, here’s a few of the smart-ass things I wish I could say to all the guys that have dared to cat call me in the past: 1. “Hey baby, give me a smile!” You understand that you’re literally the last person I want to smile at right now, right? You’re embarrassing me.
Is catcalling a big deal?
While most catcalling men would argue that their comments are purely complementary and should not be considered a big deal, this type of harassment can easily instill fear and even leave long-lasting psychological effects, experts say.
When does catcalling start and how does it start?
Catcalling seems to first start during puberty, according to an anti-harassment group at Cornell University. Men, think of your (hypothetical) daughters, and tell me how you’d feel to have your 16-year-old tell you she was street harassed on her way to school.
What are your cringiest stories about being catcalled?
We asked the women and girls of the BuzzFeed Community to share their cringiest stories about being catcalled. Here are 21 of those stories from people who bravely opened up about their experiences. 1. I was walking down the street and bent over to tie my shoe. At the same time a car was passing by very slowly.