I guess when yo put it that way, it makes a lot of sense. My mom constantly asks me, " Why do women need to go to Karate?" or " Why are all these women acting like me (when I watch world's strongest women)"
It's a tough question to answer. But I tell my mom that a woman especially needs that mental toughness, and that mental edge. If she at least knows, that she can kick your ass, than she won't be afraid to throw her fist out.
The other reason is because they want. My mom says, " But they have so much to take care of. Pregnancy, kids, cooking, job,..."
I say, "Old- school."
Did your mother work? No, she stayed at hom in a small village (I'm indian) where everyone knew each other. It was reletively safe, untill some britsh guy came over and made you pay triple lagaan. (If you've seen the movie)
Anyways, I tell my mom that this is America, and that protection and self-confidence are key. My mom is a slim woman, and any enticing individual might want something to do with her. Know, I'm not saying she should join karate, or workout 30 days a week, but at least if she knew a few techniques, maybe jined a class once a week or twice a month, she would be better off.
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