Growing up as a woman is not easy.
Navigating the complexities of societal expectations, gender norms, and pressure to succeed can be difficult for young women. From body image standards to career aspirations, girls and women face a wide range of challenges that are constantly evolving. As we explore the experiences of growing up as a woman in the modern era, it becomes clear that the path to self-discovery and empowerment is complex and nuanced.
Now, I’m not going to sit here and say that women are treated the same way they were years ago, but it’s clear that there is still work to be done to achieve true gender equality. However, that is not what we are here to discuss. Instead of focusing on gender inequality, today’s comics ruminate on the struggles that girls face as they navigate the world. I am, of course, referring to the artist Akansha Choudhury and her powerful depiction of the struggles that girls face in her work.
You can view her work for yourself by scrolling down.
Source: Instagram
#1 Love is love, and it should always be accepted.
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#2 I was certainly relieved to be vaccinated, but I did feel a bit of a fever afterwards.
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#3 Just let people exist how they want to.
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#4 As long as you feel good, do thigh gaps really matter?
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#5 Nobody’s skin looks filtered in real life.
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#6 Everyone deserves to have people around who support them.
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#7 It is as if most companies don’t even know what humans look like.
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#8 Money can’t solve every problem, but it can certainly solve a lot of them.
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#9 As long as you love yourself, that is all that matters.
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#10 I am shuddering thinking about the oil on his fingers.
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#11 You are never going to be perfect, and that is okay.
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Akansha Choudhury has been creating comics for quite some time and has over 22k followers on social media. Her illustrations frequently explore themes of mental health, body positivity, and self-love, which resonate with a wide audience. Akansha Choudhury’s art can spark important conversations and foster a sense of solidarity among her followers. Artists like her are extremely important in this day and age when we need to be more supportive of one another rather than striving for unrealistic goals.
#12 If only I could go back to my younger self and tell her these exact words.
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#13 No matter how many times you fall down, always get back up again.
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#14 There is always going to be doubt when it comes to life.
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#15 You can never make everyone happy.
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#16 Every issue doesn’t always show on someone’s face.
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#17 Do whatever you want to do, but do it for yourself.
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#18 Health is always more important than how you look.
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#19 This can be hard to realise, but it is true.
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#20 Nobody looks perfect and flawless from every angle.
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What are your thoughts on the Akoodles comics? Have you heard of Akansha Choudhury before, or is this your first time seeing her work? I believe her comics are an excellent reminder to prioritise kindness and empathy in our interactions with others. Please let us know your thoughts on these comics in the comments section below. Also, remember to share these comics with your friends so that they can contribute their own thoughts.
