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10 Changes in My World When I Accidently Became a Man for the Day
Read the small print on your toiletries, otherwise, this could happen to you!
Who knew what a difference shower gel can make? One minute I am floating around all feminine and subservient, and the next — well, let me tell you about my day.
I accidentally used my boyfriend’s shower gel instead of my own. Silly me, I didn’t notice the wording on it “FOR MEN.”
Initially, I didn’t think anything of it. It’s only shower gel, right? What influence could it have?
How wrong I was.
People treated me differently. Heck, I treated people differently.
Every which way I turned there were either drastic contrasts or slight nuances to the way I am normally treated and the way I usually behave.
10 Changes in My Life After Using Showergel Marked “FOR MEN”
- My friend picked me up for work, as usual. We chatted, pretty much as normal. But all of a sudden I started telling her how to drive. I couldn’t help myself. I am fully aware she is a great driver, she’s a better driver than I am. But I felt compelled to give her instruction and direction. I even leaned over and flicked on an indicator. What on earth had gotten into me?
- My first meeting of the day went great. No, it went better than great. I said what I would normally say. I was not interrupted once! The lads respected my talk time, I was not accused of being too emotional. My colleagues took my ideas seriously and I even received props for my suggestions.
- My boss asked to speak to me. He praised me for my assertive work manner and told me I had incredible leadership qualities. This is the same boss who has called me “bossy” before! How peculiar.
- During my lunch break, I scanned the job section — well you know, we all keep a lookout. Normally I am at least 1 skill short of meeting any requirements and feel dispirited and inadequately qualified. This time, a role drew my attention. I only had a quarter of the skills required, but I felt confident in my ability, so I put in an application anyway.
- In the afternoon I caught up with a client. She may have a Ph.D. in the gender bias of American politics, but I did an online module on the topic. I felt compelled to explain a few key points affecting the gender bias in American politics. Obviously, I did this in as simple a way as possible, to make sure she understood. I believe the source of my information may have been her paper, but I feel my understanding is greater.
- I got through a whole day at work without my colleagues calling me “love”, “petal” “flower”, “hen” or “sweetie.” They actually used my name! Can you believe it? After 6 years in this male-dominated office, I didn’t even know they knew my name!
- I visited the gym after work. I waltzed into the free weight section with newfound confidence. No one blinked. No one muttered anything, no one looked at me sideways, and no one looked at me sexually. I worked out free from harassment.
- A few friends came round for dinner. They praised the food and my culinary skills. I accepted the praise, I told them I had bought the best quality food and cooked it perfectly. Normally I see so many flaws and apologize in advance. But this time, all I saw was splendor. Heck, it was delicious. I’m actually wondering if I should be a chef. Hmmm, food for thought — quite literally!
- The conversation turned to feminism and sexism in the workplace. I felt slightly uncomfortable. Normally I have so much to say on this matter, but my brain seemed foggy. From my position, there really is no issue with sexism in the workplace. Nothing to see here. My friends seemed to be getting so worked up over such a non-issue.
- Throughout the whole day, no one expressed any opinion or horror about my lack of children. In fact, a few of my male colleagues patted me on the back, winked at me, and told me they envied my freedom. Apparently, I am a desirable bachelor. Whereas, just yesterday, the same men told me I wasn’t a real woman since I didn’t have children!
And now I am torn. Which life is easier? Which life do I like better? To use my usual shower gel again tomorrow, or to continue using my partner’s, is my quandary.
What would you do?
Thank you for reading this piece, it may or may not be entirely made up, you decide 😁