We as humans have lots of definitions for how we should act, look, and feel. Many simple things that we don't think about much come into effect, and when you step back and look at it for what it really is, its all pretty stupid.
I am a male. This means that because of my biological appearance, that I am to act like an Alpha personality. I am supposed to lead and be the dominant being in relationships. Being a male means not likeing feminine things, such as shopping for clothes, or getting my hair done. 'Men' do not like those things. Because you have an organ that the other sex does not, you are expected to act like a 'Man'.
Women are expected to care more about their appearance, and to be a care taker, rather than the provider. They are seen to be weaker than the other sex because of their biological appearance. Women are expected to look more sexy, get their hair and makeup done, and to act in a more feminine way.
When we sign up for anything on the internet, there is always a question about what your age is. Young kids are expected to be playful, and pushy. Teenagers are supposed to be stupid, immature, and think they kon everything. Adults are supposed to be responsible, hardworking, and intelligent while dominating the children. Seniors are supposed to be cheerful, retired, self-sustaining, and ultimately either more caring, or extremely rude and mean.
Men and Woman...Age...its all just a huge box of labels that the world opposes on us to make us more self-concious. Why do we listen to them? Why can't I be just as responsible as a 25 year old when I'm 16. Why do I have to act like other guys, and hang out with the men because I have a different biological makeup? Labels don't really matter when you think about them. It all comes down to being individual. You can be a feminine man, or masculine woman, and just as good as others no matter your age. We need to stop looking at these labels to define people, and start looking more at the person's unique gifts and attitude.
This doesn't mean that teenagers should be able to do what they want. However, we need to stop thinking that just because someone has been alive for a lesser time than someone else, that they are young, neive, irresponsible, and immature. We need to stop thinking that that dude is gay because he doesn't like the things that "real men" enjoy. Look at life experiences and attitudes, as well as the gifts that person may have inside them. Don't judge by labels. See the person for who they really are.
Rev. Austin
