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[–] QuantumTickle@lemmy.zip 48 points 3 weeks ago (3 children)

Every piece of love advice I received as a kid in the 90s and 00s was equivalent to "try harder" or "pursue" or "don't give up" and they made it sound so good. My poor wife... The early years couldn't have been easy for her.

[–] AlecSadler@lemmy.blahaj.zone 19 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

You're not alone. Same. My wife is wonderful and I'm glad she challenged me to question some of my behaviors.

[–] LadyButterfly@piefed.blahaj.zone 11 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Hey Alec thanks so much for stopping by! We're trans inclusive women only so please don't comment again and have a lovely weekend

[–] mika_mika@lemmy.world 12 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

Hey I'm a woman, why do you feel the need to say trans inclusive, and not just "women only" this is my first time discovering this instance. And it comes off as performative although I see you're drawing a line in the sand between you and the terfs-- but imo you're just acknowledging the existence of terfs more than validating trans women.

[–] SkyeStarfall@lemmy.blahaj.zone 8 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

I don't think it's a useful strategy to not acknowledge the existence of terfs or trans people. In a lot of similar communities there is always the question of whether trans people are actually included or not, and even if so, who under the trans spectrum, which always makes me uncertain about my place.

And also, just ignoring problems such as terfs is not a solution. They exist whether their existence is acknowledged or not, sweeping things under the rug isn't helpful

Though, yeah, it is made clear in the rules, which I appreciate

Hey Mika welcome to WomensStuff we're really glad to have you. I say it for several reasons, including that we welcome all groups under the trans umbrella.

[–] LadyButterfly@piefed.blahaj.zone 13 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Hey Quantum thanks for your perspective! We're a trans inclusive women only community so please dont comment again thanks for understanding 😊

[–] MonkderVierte@lemmy.zip 8 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Are you sure they're not trans?

[–] QuantumTickle@lemmy.zip 11 points 3 weeks ago (4 children)

I'm not. Blocking the community.

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[–] captainlezbian@lemmy.world 7 points 3 weeks ago

I'm go glad my mom taught me from a young age that no means no whether I say it or others do. Unfortunately the latter stuck harder than the former… Well actually if only one could stick I suppose the better did

[–] garbagebagel@lemmy.world 28 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (1 children)

A gross retort I heard that's always stuck with me: "a boyfriend's a speed bump, not a stop sign"

🤮

Wish I could go back to my younger self just so I could tell that guy (and the others) to go fuck themselves.

[–] hildegarde@lemmy.blahaj.zone 11 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

"just because there's a goalie doesn't mean you can't score"

🤮

yeah me too

[–] ZDL@lazysoci.al 6 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

Oh wow! That's somehow even grosser than the speed bump thing! 😮

[–] ILikeBoobies@lemmy.ca 26 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (1 children)

I knew a girl who said I wasn’t a man if I took no for an answer. She ended up raping me and giving me a disease but as a victim there was nothing I could do.

[–] ZDL@lazysoci.al 8 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Cool story, bro. One that totally happened, I'm sure. Maybe you should share it in a group where your posting isn't explicitly against the rules?

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[–] LadyButterfly@piefed.blahaj.zone 19 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Thanks for all your reports in this thread guys! Really appreciate you helping the mods keep WomensStuff safe

[–] ZDL@lazysoci.al 9 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Thanks to the mods for the unrewarding work of filtering away the incels, MGTOW, MRA, PUA, and "nice guys" that tend to plague any women's space.

You're welcome ZDL 😊

[–] hazl@lemmy.blahaj.zone 18 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

"aaahhhhahaha okayyy...", also no. But I probably need to work on being more direct.

[–] SkyeStarfall@lemmy.blahaj.zone 8 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (4 children)

Yeah I do basically the same thing, it's rough when you actually want something but on the outside seem uncertain or reserved because you internally constantly think people hate you haha. And then it makes it difficult for the other person

Probably why I enjoy saying like "do whatever unless I say [safe word]". But still something that I need to work on, and actually be like, directly communicating. It's healthy

Edit: on a second read, I slightly misinterpreted your comment, but I'll leave it

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[–] faizalr@fedia.io 15 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Respect women with attitude.

[–] sunbrrnslapper@lemmy.world 6 points 3 weeks ago

I love this comment because I read it as show your respect via attitude.

I'm drunk is not an invitation. Fucken maggots.

[–] zanyllama52 9 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

Everyone deserves to be heard, especially when they so "no".

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[–] LadyButterfly@reddthat.com 9 points 3 weeks ago

Love this!!

[–] GooseGang@beehaw.org 9 points 3 weeks ago

It’s a desire not a drive.

[–] RockBottom@feddit.org 8 points 3 weeks ago

Also, if she SHOULD mean yes but says no she doesn't deserve it, for bad communication skills.

[–] Schmuppes@lemmy.today 8 points 3 weeks ago (4 children)

"I have a boy/girlfriend" doesn't necessarily mean anything. Times have changed, folks.

[–] ArsonButCute@lemmy.dbzer0.com 34 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

"I have a boy/girlfriend" is supposed to stop you.

"Do you mind that I have a boy/girlfriend? " is meant to keep your interest while being transparent.

Know what is being said.

[–] mika_mika@lemmy.world 6 points 3 weeks ago (5 children)

I disagree with this sentiment that you are trying to convey. If language has to have intent assumed outside of context especially if the context is no -- "no" should just be said and that should be respected fully.

[–] Bongles@lemmy.zip 8 points 3 weeks ago

I mean if you're in a situation and they say "I have a boy/girlfriend" you could say "is that a no?" If for some reason you think it might not be.

[–] oftheair@lemmy.blahaj.zone 6 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

Should is doing a lot of work here. Sadly no isn't respected still.

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[–] emeralddawn45@lemmy.dbzer0.com 20 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

If someone is daying it in response to you hitting on them, it definitely does mean something. Even if someone might potentially be open to poly in another situation, if you're like "hey you're cute, wanna hang out" and they come back with "i have a partner" then thats them blowing you off for sure.

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[–] oftheair@lemmy.blahaj.zone 7 points 3 weeks ago

Incorrect, even us polyamorous people understand its intended meaning.

[–] ZDL@lazysoci.al 5 points 3 weeks ago

It never "necessarily" meant anything. But even today it usually means something. And specifically if it's being used in response to a pass, it means "NO".

But you probably already knew that, right? You're just arguing to be argumentative, right?

🙄

[–] titey@jlai.lu 5 points 3 weeks ago

Totally clear. 👍

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