Why is it a coward act when a man hits a woman, but not the other way around?

I discussed this with a friend yesterday.Curious to hear your opinions about it. (I don't encourage hitting anyone)

Because women are stereotypically weak and defendless and men are supposed to gentlemen in civilized society.

It's really not hard to understand. If life was about fairness and reasoning, I'd be able to buy weed at my local supermarket.

And why is it sleazy for a man to watch a stripper, yet when a woman watches one it's merely 'a good laugh'?

That's the question I posed to the Kindergarden Board of Ethics at my disciplinary hearing, and I still have not heard a satisfactory response.

Double standards, bro.

Because women are stereotypically weak and defendless and men are supposed to gentlemen in civilized society.

Blue-Sky

Also, this.

And why is it sleazy for a man to watch a stripper, yet when a woman watches one it's merely 'a good laugh'?

That's the question I posed to the Kindergarden Board of Ethics at my disciplinary hearing, and I still have not heard a satisfactory response.

Egonga

Because, for the most part, women are physically weaker and smaller then their male counterparts. Its the same logic behind why you shouldn't beat children. I don't understand why this is even a question someone would need to ask.

because women are beautiful,and ppl can't stand any damage to something as beautiful as them.

Because if you hit a woman she'll turn into SHE HULK and probably eat you.

Double standards are great aren't they?

I suppose it's time for the weekly double standards thread.

well in some cases its fair to say that but i remember back in highschool a guy that was about 5'5'' and 105 pounds was being bullied bya girl in his class and at recess when he finally striked back and called her a Fat B**** she started punching him and every1 was laughing then when he hit her back and she cried every1 started to hate the little guy.

Tho i dont know why since the girl was 5'9'' and about 165 pounds atleast.

well in some cases its fair to say that but i remember back in highschool a guy that was about 5'5'' and 105 pounds was being bullied bya girl in his class and at recess when he finally striked back and called her a Fat B**** she started punching him and every1 was laughing then when he hit her back and she cried every1 started to hate the little guy.

Tho i dont know why since the girl was 5'9'' and about 165 pounds atleast.

sonofsmeagle

It's called double standards.

A woman could beat a guy within an inch of his life and no-one would say anything (just laugh at the guy because he was beat up by a woman), but if he even hits her once he is the bad guy.

Because women dont usually outweigh and outmuscle the man. But that's changing due to dietary habits. Now they may outweigh but not necessarily outmuscle the man.

It is just a generalization. On average males are physically stronger than women. Though obviously this isn't the case 100% of the time.

I find it strange how people are basically saying an average woman's physical strength is nearly equal to a child's. Women aren't that weak. :?

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well in some cases its fair to say that but i remember back in highschool a guy that was about 5'5'' and 105 pounds was being bullied bya girl in his class and at recess when he finally striked back and called her a Fat B**** she started punching him and every1 was laughing then when he hit her back and she cried every1 started to hate the little guy.

Tho i dont know why since the girl was 5'9'' and about 165 pounds atleast.

It's called double standards.

A woman could beat a guy within an inch of his life and no-one would say anything (just laugh at the guy because he was beat up by a woman), but if he even hits her once he is the bad guy.

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[QUOTE="sonofsmeagle"]

well in some cases its fair to say that but i remember back in highschool a guy that was about 5'5'' and 105 pounds was being bullied bya girl in his class and at recess when he finally striked back and called her a Fat B**** she started punching him and every1 was laughing then when he hit her back and she cried every1 started to hate the little guy.

Tho i dont know why since the girl was 5'9'' and about 165 pounds atleast.

sonofsmeagle

It's called double standards.

A woman could beat a guy within an inch of his life and no-one would say anything (just laugh at the guy because he was beat up by a woman), but if he even hits her once he is the bad guy.

When I was in school a girl (and not a small girl at that) banged the back of my head into a wall for no reason and because I pushed her, just pushed (she didn't get hurt at all), I got in more trouble than she did.

I discussed this with a friend yesterday.Curious to hear your opinions about it. (I don't encourage hitting anyone)

Lox_Cropek

men are stronger, if you hit a woman she cant defend herself in most casses, if a man is being hit by a woman hes just dumb to let her

Because usually, when a woman hits a man, the man deserves it.

And why is it sleazy for a man to watch a stripper, yet when a woman watches one it's merely 'a good laugh'?

That's the question I posed to the Kindergarden Board of Ethics at my disciplinary hearing, and I still have not heard a satisfactory response.

Egonga

Disciplinary hearing? Kindergarten Board of Ethics? I demand an explanation!

I suppose it's time for the weekly double standards thread.

Silverbond

Double standards, my friend. That's just how things are.

The main reason is because your average man is stronger than your average woman. But in my opinion it's just as cowardly for a woman to hit a man who she knows won't hit her back. Mainly because she knows she can get away with it.

I find it strange how people are basically saying an average woman's physical strength is nearly equal to a child's. Women aren't that weak. :?

Mega-Mustaine

In some instances I guess its okay. Very few though. Generally guys are bigger, stronger, and more intimidating than women. If it doesn't come down to strength or muscle, I think a man can always intimidate and get more aggressive than a female which gives a mental/emotional edge too.

I suppose if a guy is being bullied around by a woman physically larger or stronger, its okay to fend her off, or at least assert dominance by maybe a slap. I don't really think mauling a woman in some type of fight is really justified unless she's out to kill you

Women are physically weaker than men in most cases. It's no double standard. It's wrong for the same reason that hitting a child (male or female) is wrong.

As a women I can say that

man hitting women is wrong and

women hitting man is wrong.

But if a women is 'brave' or cocky enough to lay a hand on another man.. harming him I think a man has every right to give a punch to the face.

As a women I can say that

man hitting women is wrong and

women hitting man is wrong.

But if a women is 'brave' or cocky enough to lay a hand on another man.. harming him I think a man has every right to give a punch to the face.

zoraluv

And why is it sleazy for a man to watch a stripper, yet when a woman watches one it's merely 'a good laugh'?

That's the question I posed to the Kindergarden Board of Ethics at my disciplinary hearing, and I still have not heard a satisfactory response.

Egonga

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And why is it sleazy for a man to watch a stripper, yet when a woman watches one it's merely 'a good laugh'?

That's the question I posed to the Kindergarden Board of Ethics at my disciplinary hearing, and I still have not heard a satisfactory response.

Boston_Boyy

You didn't watch strippers in kindergarten? :shock:

Why does this subject keep coming up? For **** sake, just grow a pair and don't hit women, simple as that. If a women hits you, just be the bigger man and walk away. Nobody questions why we shouldn't hit children or amputees or anyone else who is at a disadvantage to us. I'm a little disturbed that this is even up for discussion.

Because men are bigger and stronger. That's pretty much it.

Not every man is the same, some are small and weak, some are average and some are big. It's like when you see that cranky girl in the mall yelling and screaming at her husband and slapping him and when he goes to push her off and walk away he's got the cops on him and every other guy and women who watched after him. If some weaker guy steps on your balls do you not hit him because he's weaker?

It's because other men always love to play hero and get involved to try and look like the good guy. Were taught from kids it's wrong, it sticks with us growing up and when we see it, it pisses us off.

I don't think it really has anything to do with strength differences between the two sexes, infact while it might be true the average male is stronger, there are also some pretty tough females out there to. I believe if a women is hitting you and wont stop you have every to defend yourself regardless of gender. Thinking otherwise is just ridiculous to me.

I don't know anything about this 'coward act' but it should be extended to apply to any case where there is a significant discrepancy in muscle mass / mobility.

Hitting someone with twice your muscle mass is bravery, not cowardice.

Because women are stereotypically weak and defendless and men are supposed to gentlemen in civilized society.

It's really not hard to understand. If life was about fairness and reasoning, I'd be able to buy weed at my local supermarket.

Blue-Sky

I suddenly feel the impulse to tell the next woman I see to make me a sandwitch.

Because women are stereotypically weak and defendless and men are supposed to gentlemen in civilized society.

It's really not hard to understand. If life was about fairness and reasoning, I'd be able to buy weed at my local supermarket.

Blue-Sky

No need to stick the word "stereotype" onto every little thing. Women are biologically the physically weaker sex; it's a fact. Men naturally have more testosterone and muscle. If you hit one, he'll likely hit you back. Women cannot defend themselves so easily.

Because women are stereotypically weak and defendless and men are supposed to gentlemen in civilized society.

It's really not hard to understand. If life was about fairness and reasoning, I'd be able to buy weed at my local supermarket.

Blue-Sky

I find it strange how people are basically saying an average woman's physical strength is nearly equal to a child's. Women aren't that weak. :?

Mega-Mustaine

I dont believe in hitting woman..but there are exceptions. AND my wife agrees..IF a woman comes at you like a man, you have the right to treat her like one. Dont mean you beat the crap out of her, but put her in her place quick.