This rant will be more in the shape of a letter

Dear society, 

You have conditioned people to believe things, things that aren't always true.

You conditioned girls to believe that the way they dress is the reason why they are treated with such utter disrespect. You conditioned them to believe that they are suppose to be quiet and obedient. You conditioned them to think that this is a man's world and that their place is in the home, cooking, cleaning, caring for the children, and catering to their husband's every whim, need, and want.

You conditioned boys to believe that they can get away with anything because "boys will be boys". You conditioned them to believe that women are suppose to be their servant, that their only purpose in life is to serve them. You conditioned them to think that they have to be these macho beings that always fight, even when there is a chance to talk things out. 

You conditioned people into these roles that don't always fit. You conditioned people to think that there is only one way to live their lives and that if they don't fit in with societal norms, they are different and wrong. 

You cause more heartache and stress than any other thing in existence. You constantly expect too much from everyone and those who can't meet those impossible standards, are often called lazy and other horrible names. 

Be married by a certain age.
Have children.
Marry someone of the opposite gender.
Get post-secondary education.
Have a high-paying job.
Don't expect to be rewarding for your good deeds.
Conform to the gender roles set by society.

It is sickening. Yes I understand that not all of society has this views but it has been so ingrained into society that battling these viewpoints is hard and exhausting. Too many times are we told what to do, where to go, what to wear, how we should, dress, and act.

Sincerely,
A very fed-up, stressed-out, 19 year-old girl who feels like she is drowning in expectations