In this compelling episode of Call Her Daring with host Kelley Daring, we delve into the 4B movement—a radical feminist movement originating in South Korea that is reshaping how women view relationships and societal expectations. The 4B movement rejects traditional gender roles by renouncing dating men, marriage, sex with men, and having children. Instead, it focuses on personal growth, self-care, and building supportive platonic relationships.

 

Discover how this movement, which has gained traction through social media platforms like TikTok, challenges conventional norms and promotes a cultural shift towards finding empowerment outside of romantic relationships. We explore how the 4B movement represents a broader response to patriarchal society and its influence on women globally. Join us as we analyze the movement’s impact on gender dynamics and its role in empowering women to redefine their lives on their own terms.

Resources:

• Pew research article: https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/3868557-most-young-men-are-single-most-young-women-are-not/#:~:text=As%20of%2020[…]20percent%20of%20men
• Hope Woodard's TikTok page: https://www.tiktok.com/@justhopinalong?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
• @ashbabank's video:   https://www.tiktok.com/@ashbabank/video/7350033989777870111?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7403743274718332423
• @dougweaverart's video:  https://www.tiktok.com/@dougweaverart/video/7354514915916320043?_r=1&_t=8pCguWYoJ5S 

 

Takeaways

• The 4B movement originated in South Korea and renounces dating men, marriage, sex with men, and having children.
• The movement primarily exists online as a forum for women to vent their frustrations and concerns about living in a patriarchal society.
• The movement has spread to the US and other countries through social media platforms like TikTok.
• Women participating in the movement are choosing to focus on personal growth, self-care, and supportive platonic relationships.
• The movement challenges traditional gender roles and relationships and represents a broader cultural shift towards rejecting conventional expectations and finding empowerment outside of romantic relationships.