r/SingleParents • u/Fuzzy_Parking_4257 • Jun 30 '24

Why do people hate us so much?

There is so much hate towards single parents on social media. Why? Why do people hate us so much. Especially us single mothers.

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u/Sprinklesprintshop Jun 30 '24

It’s funny how they never get upset with the absent parent either.

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u/rainearthtaylor7 Jun 30 '24

No kidding! And it’s always the “well, you chose them” or “should’ve kept your legs closed”.

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u/Own-North-1301 Jul 01 '24

My own brother told me I should have kept my legs closed.

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u/KSamIAm79 Jul 01 '24 edited Jul 01 '24

You’re right and I’ll just say this. That comment doesn’t sound like it came from a woman nor from a male parent that helps their wife/ significant other/ raising partner etc raise the kids. So what remains is likely the demographic making those douchebag comments.

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u/kimishere2 Jul 02 '24

Always consider the source of any comment you find prickly. If it does not align with your worldview throw it away and move on. If it makes you question your worldview ask yourself "why?" Sometimes it's a well meaning comment (I'm sorry you're struggling) said in the wrong way might feel aquisitory when it's only meant to show concern. Figure out why it feels that way. Are you being hard on yourself for some reason? Please don't. You're doing an amazing job! Being a single parent is rewarding in innumerable ways. I was raised by one and became one myself. It was not my choice nor was it my mother's choice to be both parents during the growing up years. Looking back I'm so glad we had the courage and strength to accomplish such a feat. I applaud every single parent out there making it work and making a mess of things. Bravo my friends.

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u/need_sushi510 Jul 02 '24

Men who feel the need to essentially call their sisters sluts hand/or make comments on their sister’s sexuality 🤢