Gould explains that a life without the pressure of gender norms essentially frees a person to develop and mature without limits. It is suggested that the idea that an individual's gender should not matter until one can decide how they want to represent themselves. She recognizes that people may not understand or accept this lifestyle choice, but if one can live ignoring the constant ridicule and criticism brought on by a society that values ​​gender norms, one will ultimately be more fulfilled in all aspects. aspects of his life. (Gould, 1972) Richardson does not necessarily oppose Gould's view, but rather focuses on how women are specifically negatively influenced by gender stereotypes. It is mentioned that “linguistic practice perpetuates in men their feelings of domination and responsibility towards women”. (Richardson, 1981) While women are considered in society as dependent, incompetent and immature objects defined according to their relationship with men, men are autonomous and independent beings who define themselves mainly in relation to the world of work . (Richardson, 1981) According to Richardson, gender stereotypes not only perpetuate hatred and sexism towards women, but also force men to behave in a certain way in order to uphold patriarchy. This idea is so ingrained in modern society that it would be difficult to raise a child in the idealistic way that Gould