In today’s world, navigating through conversations around identity seems to require a brand new dictionary every week. Recently, a video shed light on a dialogue between individuals who identify with a variety of gender and sexual identities. Terms like “trans mask” and “fluid” were tossed around as if they were the latest fashion trends. Let’s face it, things have become rather complicated, or perhaps even a bit theatrical.
Once upon a time, conversations involving gender and identity were straightforward. Now, they resemble something akin to a Rubik’s Cube: perplexing, colorful, and somehow always leaving you with a sneaking suspicion that you made a wrong turn somewhere. Take “trans mask,” for example. This term was described in the video, but it’s actually a misnomer in current terminology, as it mixes unrelated concepts. Meanwhile, there’s “fluid,” implying a free form of expression not fixed in any one identity. Who knew identity could feel like a choose-your-own-adventure book?
The real head-scratcher is how vastly our societal focus has shifted to accommodate these evolving identities. Gone are the days when the headlines centered on things like infrastructure or strengthening the economy. Instead, we’re often caught in a whirlwind of pronouns — he, they, ze — each with its own narrative. It’s not just about identification labels; this conversation spills over into various parts of society, demanding modifications in language, education, and even the books our kids read.
Comical or confusing, the antics of the left at times resemble a three-ring circus. While inclusive language and understanding have their merits, one can’t help but sense a tinge of irony when referring to pronouns that may carry unusual connotations. Shouldn’t there be a limit to language reformation that respects both inclusivity and simplicity?
What to make of it all? Some argue for a focus on returning to the basics, supporting people through robust mental health strategies rather than simply reformatting the dictionary every time someone feels a pang of existential confusion. As the video questioned, maybe instead of reconstructing societal norms, we should aim to balance progressiveness with common sense. Whatever happened to taking things one step at a time? Perhaps someone ought to dust off that old rulebook. It might just be the guide we’re missing.
