The Insidious Rise Of The Karen

Summary

The article discusses the "Karen" phenomenon as a backlash against the progress made by the #metoo movement, suggesting it's a tactic by the patriarchy to undermine women's empowerment.

Abstract

The author observes a surge in "Karen" behavior, characterized by entitled and irrational actions, particularly in response to COVID-19 regulations. This behavior is seen as a broader societal reaction to the shifts in gender dynamics, with the "Karen" meme serving as a sexist tool to silence and disrespect women. The article posits that the rise of "Karens" is an attempt by the patriarchy to regain control in the face of significant changes, such as those brought about by the #metoo movement. The author, who claims to receive messages from a "Divine Mother," emphasizes the importance of women's voices and the need to confront the patriarchal systems that seek to maintain the status quo at the expense of progress and equality.

Opinions

The "Karen" archetype is a symptom of fear and insecurity, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The term "Karen" is criticized for being sexist and dismissive of women's concerns, serving the patriarchy's agenda to discredit female empowerment.
The author believes that the world is undergoing a significant transformation, and the "Karen" phenomenon is part of the resistance to this change.
There is a concern that powerful figures accused of abuse, such as Harvey Weinstein and Jeffrey Epstein, represent a broader issue of the patriarchy protecting its own.
The article suggests that the patriarchy is threatened by the success of movements like #metoo and is fighting to preserve its power and privilege.
The author's "Divine Mother" urges the continuation of the #metoo movement's progress and emphasizes the importance of achieving balance between the sacred feminine and masculine.
Manifestation and positive thinking are proposed as keys to creating a reality where equality is achieved.

An underhanded way to take back what was gained with the #metoo movement

It seems lately that my news feeds are riddled with so called “Karens”.

Typically a middle-class white woman with what seems to be a gross sense of entitlement. I see a new “Karen” every day on the news. Usually throwing a tantrum because she has been told to wear a mask when she enters a business.

What nobody seems to question is why they are behaving his way? These women are dismissed as privileged and arrogantly middle-class.

When I watch these women, I see fear. When a person is afraid they behave irrationally. The Covid-19 crisis has shown this behavior in action many times, from hoarding toilet paper to swearing at retail staff.

This behavior is not limited to middle aged white women. EVERYONE has been losing their shit. So why are we only calling out a certain small part of the population?

I receive messages from our Divine Mother as written about in my story here, here and here. As crazy and strange as THAT sounds, it’s actually quite wonderful to see her and hear her words.

I used to write about what ever took my fancy but life got busy and I lost interest. Our Divine Mother came to me and told me to please start writing again as she wanted her words heard.

The words she wanted said on this occasion was about this whole “Karen” thing, that it is really the patriarchy swiping back at the steps forward women have made with the #metoo movement.

The world is going through an immense change, a rebirth. All of the craziness going on is an integral part of it. We need to go through the pain to experience the joy on the other side.

Never doubt though that there are people in this world who will fight bitterly and dirtily until the end. They have their privileged position in this world and they won’t give it up, even if they see how much this patriarchal society is hurting and harming their loved ones.

The Karen memes are sexist and a way once again to shut women up and disrespect them. The patriarchy hates is when women find their voice. Don’t let them silence yours. Call them out when you safely can. It hurts our Mother that I have to say “when you safely can” but she knows it must be said.

Our Mother was overjoyed with the success of the #metoo movement. Finally women’s stories of abuse were being taken seriously. A Hollywood heavyweight was finally called to account after years of abuse and jailed for 23 years. A sleazy financier from New York was also arrested and subsequently died in prison before he could go to trial. His partner in crime has also been arrested but our Mother fears that she will meet the same fate as the financier before she can be made to face justice. The Patriarchy protects their secrets at any cost.

Our Mother is with us every step of the way and is hoping that finally we can achieve balance between the sacred feminine and masculine. She says that manifestation is key. Our thoughts create our reality. Let’s imagine that world where we are all equal.