I think this stereotype is the cause of many problems.

In my opinion that's why ALL stereotypes are such a problem. Even if they are true 50-80% of the time (which most aren't), what about the other 20-50% of that population? That's why as hard as it is, I believe in always listening to the individual over the stereotype.

As a woman that abhors shopping, the "women love shopping" stereotype drives me crazy. Mind you I know it's true for many women but I cannot stand it. I make do with clothes and shoes much longer than I should just because I hate it so much. My point is that if someone thought they would "please" me by sending me out to shop, they would be sorely mistaken.



But what is happiness except the simple harmony between a man and the life he leads? ~Albert Camus