When you start paying attention to how the world treats women, it’s hard not to notice the constant stream of unfairness built into everyday life.
Naturally, that realization can make you angry, and honestly, it should. But what do you do with that frustration? How do you push back against a system that feels so deeply entrenched?
Sure, there are big things you can do: educate yourself, speak up, sign petitions, and demand change from institutions. But sometimes, resistance starts with the little things.
Enter microfeminism—small, everyday acts that quietly support women and challenge the patriarchy. And if you're looking for ideas, we’ve got you covered.
These are some of the most delightfully unhinged microfeminist habits women shared under a viral TikTok by Tori Dunlap. Scroll through and take notes, or better yet, start a few of your own.
#41
i lowkey assume every single person on the internet is female (idk if this counts or not 😭😭)
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52points
#42
immediately assuming men are talking about women's sports instead of men's
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48points
#43
If a couple doesn’t share a last name, we send mail and cards assuming the female’s last name for the family.
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45points
#46
I review and stamp construction documents and submittals in pink so they know a woman is the one correcting their work
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40points
#47
Work as a cashier and always ‘forget’ to scan period products
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39points
#48
i say ma’am but never sir. they enjoy sir a little too much for my taste.
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37points
#49
When I was working in a supermarket I never scanned a single pack of tampons or pads because we shouldn’t have to pay for it 😎
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12points
#50
I dont think this is microfeminism, but I say at least on a weekly basis “men used to go to war and now their wives are paying the bills”
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8points
