Chapter 336

"Female consciousness" is a complex and multi-dimensional concept; it refers to a woman's awakening and reflection on her own cognition as an independent individual, her own value, rights, potential, and social role.

It is not only about self-cognition at the individual level but also involves thinking at the macro level about social structures, cultural traditions, and power relations.

Simply put, female consciousness is—

I am a woman, how should I view myself?

How do others view me?

Is this view reasonable?

What do I want?

What can I do?

Shen Man used easy-to-understand vocabulary to explain to these military wives that the core connotation of female consciousness is for women to realize that they are independent individuals with thoughts, emotions, and will, rather than appendages dependent on others (such as fathers, husbands, sons).

Realizing that one has subjectivity and can actively choose and decide one's own life, rather than passively accepting fate or social discipline.

As for feminist consciousness, it cannot be popularized in this era yet; one can only wait for the changes of the times and the progress of society for the seeds to sprout, become seedlings, and eventually grow into towering trees.

It's like a drop of water dripping into a boiling oil pan, briefly splashing ripples, but for a pot of oil, there isn't much change.

This will take decades to nurture.

In the current era, whether it is her or them, they all need to adapt to the rhythm of the current times.

"A good husband and a good father will take the initiative to share housework, care for his wife, and manage the small family together with his wife..."

"Sometimes we need to be bold to strive for what we need and communicate; husband and wife are the most intimate relationship in the world."

"Doctor Shen's words make sense. My man is usually like a wooden block; if I don't say anything, he doesn't do it, but as soon as I say something, he does it immediately."

"Come to think of it, my man seems to have this temperament too. I'll try it when he comes home tonight."

"I'll try it too."

"Me too,"

The military wives listened with great interest; no wonder Doctor Shen was able to pass the military medical exam with the top score!

Regiment Commander Jiang used to be a famous cold-faced Yama, but ever since he married Doctor Shen, he has been a super responsible good husband and good father.

Because someone took the lead in doting on his wife and children, other military wives in the Jiashuyuan had a reference and would more or less nag their own men a few words.

The atmosphere was becoming positively righteous!

Now that they had heard Doctor Shen's guidance, they were full of confidence.

On one hand, they were less afraid of inflammation and gynecological diseases; on the other hand, they took it to heart that housework is not a woman's job alone, and that everything should be communicated more, with effective communication...

In fact, the military discipline and atmosphere in the military region are good, and there are already high-ranking officials setting an example by loving their wives, which has a great overall leading effect.

If it were outside the Sea Island, in ordinary villages, the atmosphere really wouldn't be this easy to turn around.

After Shen Man returned home, Grandpa and the others were all taking care of the children.

Because Amei was newly married and had to move, she took a few days off.

These past few days, she and the grandfathers took turns taking care of the children.

Fortunately, the children are now a year and a half old and easier to take care of than when they were just born.

Now the children can say some words to express their feelings, and the sweet-talking Xiao Nuomi has completely wrapped the old grandfathers around her finger.

Xiao Mantou, who doesn't talk much, can also keep the grandfathers spinning in circles.

The energetic Lian Lian is even more adorable, a hidden destroyer.

Although the children have different personalities, the blood relationship is there; they are united against outsiders, and snatching toys or attention from elders internally is no big deal.

Maybe because Si Si is younger, they take on the role of big brother and big sister, not only not snatching Si Si's things but also taking the initiative to give their own toys to Si Si to play with.

If you think the three of them are generous little angels?

Then you are wrong!

If it were Jiaozi from Qinghong's family, they wouldn't be soft-handed; if they dare to snatch toys, they'll get a fist!

Yes, they are just that double-standard!

Life on the Sea Island hasn't changed much, while everything outside the Sea Island is changing with each passing day.

Shen Man sees the changes outside the Sea Island through the television.

Old Master Lu is incredibly popular and receives packages from friends outside the Sea Island every month.

From very ordinary things to valuable things, from economical and practical to catering to his preferences...

Through these things, one can see the changes in the situation outside and the rise of new things!

"Grandpa, eat melon."

Lian Lian pointed to the watermelon on the table and made an "ah-woo" expression.

Obviously, she wanted to eat melon.

However, just in case, the adults always use a spoon to crush the watermelon and only scoop the juice for the little ones to drink.

Watermelon juice is sweet and fragrant, and the little ones love it very much.

It's just that, for some reason, the little ones tend to pee after drinking watermelon juice.

So everyone has become cautious; generally, they can feed them watermelon juice during the day, but not after dinner!

Don't ask, asking means there was a time they didn't know, and the Dragon King's temple was flooded.

The whole courtyard was full of drying diapers, mattresses, quilts, and bed sheets...

The past is unbearable to look back on, but the road ahead is bright and brilliant.

Ah, I've switched channels.

Cut—

"Manman, what happened at the Jiashuyuan? It's so noisy..."

"Nothing, just an old lady's family was assigned to the fifth floor, and then the old lady ran to the second floor. It just so happened that Amei was assigned to the second floor, so the old lady initially wanted to rely on her age to bully her and make Amei swap rooms..."

"Then Amei was smart and just lay on the ground and pretended to faint, making a big scene..."

There were no outsiders at home, so Shen Man didn't hide anything and told them what happened, finally reminding her family:

"The military wives who are moving into the Jiashuyuan now, and the people who are bringing their families, are a mixed bag."

"I know that you grandfathers and Master are all kind-hearted, but human nature is not what it used to be; once you open a gap, it's hard to stop..."

Old Master Lu and the others nodded continuously after hearing this, indicating they had taken note.

Indeed, once people live a good life, they will think of all sorts of things.

People who are greedy for small gains like to keep being greedy; once you open a gap, people will become even worse!

From the beginning, one shouldn't give others an opportunity!

Amei's matter served as a warning to the grandfathers; next time a stranger comes to borrow things or beg for things, they won't open the door and won't lend!

Lend for emergencies, not for poverty; this is an eternal truth.

Their family's money didn't come from a strong wind, so why give it to outsiders?

"Manman's words make sense. Now that there are more people in the Jiashuyuan, there are all kinds of people. If someone comes to ask us to swap houses, we can't give them face. If any Tom, Dick, or Harry comes over to test us, wouldn't that be annoying!"

Old Master Lin has a fiery temper; after hearing this, he was blowing his beard and staring. In this posture, if anyone dared to come, he would roll up his sleeves and knock the other family down!

"Exactly, exactly, Old Lin, I support you."

Old Master Lu patted his old friend on the shoulder; there's a reason why the two of them have been friends for so many years!

"Go, go, go, nagging."

Old Master Lin disdainfully patted away his old friend's hand, proudly carried his hands behind his back, and walked away uncomfortably...