How Taylor Swift’s Football Presence Is Helping Young Girls
My knowledge of Taylor Swift is slim. I think I can name two of her songs and truly know very little about her. I’m a rock chick. Iron Maiden, Anthrax, and Ozzy are my favorites, so Swift isn’t in my wheelhouse when it comes to music. In addition, I can’t tell you the last time I’ve watched an entire football game. I like the sport, but I just don’t watch lots.
Despite my lack of knowledge about Swift and her life, I, like most Americans, are fully aware of her relationship with Chiefs star Travis Kelce. My 80-year-old mom is even into their relationship and is hoping they get married. LOL! Swift is the definition of a girl next door, and I think one of the reasons people are so entranced by her relationship is because they want to see a happy ending. Growing up on Disney movies and fairytales, most of us love seeing one play out in real life.
Lots of folks, many of them men, are hating on Swift being seen so much and talked about so much in regard to football. And I get it! You watch the sport for the games. But being vocal about your destain for Swift can be harmful, especially to young girls.
I think younger girls love Swift because of her music. Although I also think they love her for her impact on music and society. Swift is a role model for young girls, showing them that they can be successful and rise to the top of whatever field they decide on when they grow up. She is showing younger girls that they can be independent, powerful, and profitable.
My Mom Made Me Realize Swift’s Importance
Again, I’m not a big fan of Swift, but my mom posted a meme on Facebook yesterday that made me realize how important the star is to young girls. The meme says, ‘Your daughters are watching you hate Taylor Swift for supporting her boyfriend. And hearing you complain about her taking 60 seconds of airtime out of a three-hour game. What they hear: Be smaller, be less. Do better.’ This resonated with me.
In the 70’s and 80’s many of us heard things like ‘girls should always be nice’ and ‘girls don’t talk loudly.’ We were supposed to dress and act a certain way. And that’s crap. We shouldn’t always be nice, and we can talk as loud as we want. My big attitude began very early, and because I have a strong personality and have leadership skills, I was called ‘bossy’ and ‘aggressive’ by teachers. When I didn’t back down from bullies or took up for myself, I was called ‘mean’. All of that is crap.
Thinking for yourself, being independent, and owning your personality isn’t a bad thing. With the impact of social media on kid’s lives, little girls need to know that who they are is awesome! If your child is a Swift fan, it’s probably not a bad thing! As far as role models go, she’s a good one! I understand that as adults, many of us aren’t too concerned about her love life, but if you have a daughter, pull back on the hate. Let your daughter have those dreams of being successful like Swift. It’s ok for them to want that power and independence.
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