Wonder Woman Has 10 Inspiring Women Lessons to Teach
Multiple female superheroes have emerged over the course of many generations, inspiring both adults and children to be their best selves while also encouraging others to do the same. These heroes may just be the creations of their creators’ imaginations, yet they have been unstoppable in their ability to inspire millions of readers and viewers across the world with hope and courage.
Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkin and starring Gal Gadot, is the ideal example of a superhero film that everyone is talking about right now. Diana of Themyscira, played by Gal Gadot, is an Amazonian princess and an unconquerable warrior who freed the world from the corruption of Ares, the god of war, by defeating him and his army.
Wonder Woman Has 10 Inspiring Women Lessons to Teach
In response to the film’s themes of empowerment and its successful attempt to portray women outside of their stereotypical roles: from being just a damsel in distress to becoming the mightiest, fearless, yet compassionate hero that humanity requires, an overwhelming number of reviews have flooded the online world. However, apart from all of the magnificence and the insanely great battle sequences, the film also provides its viewers with some lessons that everyone, particularly women, may benefit from.
Listed below are some powerful teachings that women may take away from Wonder Woman.
1. You do not have to be a man to save the world, as shown in the table of contents.
Female characters have been presented for millennia as helpless victims and defenseless princesses who are always in need of salvation. Diana, on the other hand, demonstrated that everyone, regardless of gender, can make a difference and help to make the world a better place.
2. It is never too early (or too girly) to dream big and take risks.
Do you remember when you used to daydream about what you wanted to be when you grew up? Do you still have those dreams? I can’t tell you how many times we have been told that we can’t be police officers, doctors, firefighters or astronauts because we are female and such professions are reserved for males. Nothing can stop you from achieving your goals. You are never too old, too feeble, or too girlie to achieve your goals.
3. Even if you’re a goddess, you’ll have to work “five times harder, ten times harder” than everyone else.
No one is born a hero, and even Diana had to work ten times harder than the legendary Antiope before she was able to compete with her. Despite the fact that the present society perceives women as weak and incapable of accomplishing great things, putting in the effort and giving it your all will show that they are mistaken.
4. You do not need a sword in order to be a warrior.
The huge revelation was that the mythical god-killer was not really the sword, as was previously thought. Diana herself was the genuine god-killer, as the story goes. Our takeaway from this is that you can fight and win your fights by believing in yourself and by using your own abilities to rise above defeat and emerge triumphant in whatever conflict you find yourself in.
5. Take a stand for what you believe in, even if the rest of the world thinks you’re a complete moron.
Society may assume that your opinion is unimportant and that everything you believe is silly and unreasonable at certain stages in your life, but this is not always the case. Nonetheless, if you are certain that you are correct, maintain your position and never give up. Please don’t be frightened by the fact that you are “just a lady.” Because you are a woman, you should be self-assured.
6. Always give people the benefit of the doubt while dealing with them.
Sameer and Charlie may not seem to be trustworthy, yet they have proven to be Steve’s and even Diana’s reliable associates throughout the years. Always give the benefit of the doubt to everybody you meet, no matter how strange and out of place they seem to be.
7. Learn to appreciate even the most insignificant and banal aspects of life – such as ice cream.
The majority of us attempt to find pleasure in things that are transient in nature: the clothing we purchase, the jewelry we possess, how many ‘likes’ and ‘following’ we have on social media, and so on and so forth. Throughout Wonder Woman, we are reminded to take attention of and enjoy the pleasure that items that are often taken for granted may provide – for example, something as simple as an ice cream cone.
8. When it comes to fashion, function takes precedence over fashion.
Don’t be influenced by what society considers to be stylish and gender-appropriate clothing. Simply express yourself in your own unique way, confidently and without hesitation. If you don’t feel confidence in those heels, slip on some sneakers and you’ll look and feel fantastic. If you believe the outfit is too much for you, skip the glitz and simply enjoy yourself. The idea is that you are under no obligation to follow the fashion dictates of others. Period.
9. Do not allow yourself to become a slave to time.
Make no assumptions about what to do because of a “small thing.” The importance of understanding the value of time should not be underestimated; yet, we need equally be conscious of how allowing time to govern our lives can make us slaves to the poisonous lifestyle that we have willfully chosen for ourselves.
The fact that we are not looking at our watches and panicking about the things that need to be done will be beneficial.
10.Simply relax, take a big breath, and allow yourself to fully live.
If you are a woman, do not allow men to tell you that you are wrong just because you are a woman.
It is important to have a voice as a woman.
However, you should not allow this incorrect and sexist idea to prevent you from expressing yourself freely and effectively. In contrast to previous generations, women all around the globe have shown that they are equally capable in a variety of areas and sectors of society. We have the right to speak and be heard, and no one should try to convince you differently.
11. Your shield will not keep you safe indefinitely.
In the same way that Diana was able to fight and win despite the fact that she was not using her shield, you, too, should stop relying on the barriers you have constructed around your comfort zone. We must stop fighting on the defensive and begin fighting with our bare fists.
12.Strange places will assist us in learning more about ourselves.
As a woman, you may be apprehensive about traveling to new areas, not only because of the uncertainty that you may be experiencing, but also because you may be concerned that you will not be strong enough to start a new life in a foreign country. However, stepping outside of your comfort zone may help you learn more about yourself – just as Diana found her destiny and who she really is, you will find the most exciting and satisfying things that life has to offer by stepping beyond your comfort zone.
Thirteenth, dance (or sway) as if the world were not at war.
Assume that the world is still a lovely and peaceful place, and live your life accordingly. Our world is now confronted with the most terrible environmental problem that mankind has ever faced in its history. Along with this, crimes and injustices are being perpetrated in many countries, destroying our faith in mankind one conflict at a time.
In the middle of all of this negativity, shine a light into the darkness. Be a rhythmic counterpoint to the din, an elegant counterpoint to the cacophony. Simply dance, and you will encourage everyone around you to join you.
14. Knowledge is a powerful tool.
Diana’s expertise served as a golden ticket to the world of men when she successfully cracked a code that even the most senior members of the military were completely unaware of at the time. You, too, may utilize what you know to continue to fly to higher heights and elevate the strength of femininity to its proper position in the world, just as Wonder Woman has done. Whatever your status as goddess or demigoddess, you’ll always have that ability at your disposal.
Make good use of it.
A variety of sources may provide inspiration, and even a fictitious narrative about an imagined superhero can alter our perceptions of the world and encourage a more cheerful outlook on life – particularly for women…. In these darkest of times, let Wonder Woman to be a source of hope and light for you, and allow her heroism and love to restore your confidence in mankind.
