I will never respect Kim Kardashian.
And before I get rude remarks for writing my perspective on the recent controversial scenario involving Kim Kardashian's latest nude selfies, I want to say this: No, I am by no means "hating," nor am I in any way slut shaming.
I am all for and about loving your body, being "comfortable in your skin", and having self-love for yourself.
However, with self-love comes self-respect.
If you disagree with me, you are welcome to share your opinion in the comment section below, continue reading, exit out of this page, or whatever you want to do. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and this is mine.
Posting nude selfies for the world to see is not respecting or loving your body.
It is degrading and classless.
"Female empowerment," is what Kim Kardashian called it, along with others who support her action.
But, what is empowering about being naked for everyone to see?
Absolutely nothing.
If you are proud of your body and your sexuality, that is great. Good for you! Congratulations. But the world doesn't have to see that and flaunting it for the world to see proves nothing except the lack of self-respect you have for your body.
What do you have to prove? Can't you love your body without having to show others? That makes it seem like you have something to prove: if you really love and are proud of your body/self/sexuality, you can express this through other methods or, even, just keep it to yourself.
And by the way, she got so defensive and had to aim a sniping remark at 19-year-old Chloe Grace Moretz for voicing her opinion on the matter only shows that Kim is the wrong one here. Her petty, passive-aggressive remark reveals immaturity and narrow-mindedness.
Like I stated previously, everyone is entitled to their opinion despite the whole PC culture trying to shut up certain people and silence certain opinions that go against their own.
Moretz had every right to tweet her view on Kim Kardashian's selfie and what she said wasn't even rude and she didn't "attack" Kim, let's not over-exaggerate, people.
All Moretz was saying was that setting goals for young women is important and that every female has so much more to offer than her body. A woman should not be seen as an object and every woman has much more to show than her body. Moretz is saying every woman has potential and more to offer to the world. Now that is empowering.
How is that wrong?
How is that slut shaming?
It's bewildering how slut shaming is the scapegoat that Kim Kardashian jumped to in order to defend her actions and make Moretz seem like the "bad guy." And I am not a fan or follower of Chloe Grace Moretz, however, I now have some respect for her for being fearless in voicing her opinion and then, once accused of "slut-shaming," defending herself in an eloquently calm manner without resorting to petty or biting rejoinders.
She might not be receiving any roses from Kim anytime soon, like model Ratajkowski (who became a sex symbol after appearing in Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" music video) did for backing the KUWTK star up (go figure!), but at least, she sticks up for what she believes in and is focused on setting a good example for young women.
Sorry, Kim, you and your followers may think that you "won" (for a lack of a better word) this so-called "feud" with miss Moretz, but you are the one who seems rude, classless, and extremely spiteful from the looks of your response. You slammed her celebrity and fame by saying "welcome...to Twitter since no one knows who she is." Isn't that a little petty, Kim?
Kim also decided to point out Moretz' 2016 nylon cover, that came out in January which featured the young actress covered by only a jacket, yet nothing too revealing in this image showed. Kim's purpose for this was to shut Moretz up and point out how hypocritical this Carrie actress is. Basically, Kim thinks that she has no right to give any input on the nude selfie matter. Yet, Kim stated later that people keep bringing up the sex tape, which is how the KUWTK reality star rose to fame in the first place, and that people need to get over it because she's over it.
Wait, what?...how can she bring up Moretz' cover, but urge people to forget all about the sex tape? Is resorting to bringing up something about someone else in order to defend yourself really even beneficial to your case? And does defending herself against someone half her age help her feel better about herself--more liberated--and sleep better at night? In reality, she actually appears rather childish.
If you post something, expect to get different opinions, even some that differ from yours. That is social media and that is life. No, if someone doesn't agree with you or support your actions does not mean that they are "hating on you" or "attacking" you. You can be classy and allow people to voice their opinions (what happened to "empowerment" now?). If you feel guilty and the need to defend or explain yourself, please do so in a classy (not trashy) manner.
Kim Kardashian, you are 35 years old, grow up and act your age. Get over yourself. Show some sophistication. You're a mother now, you have two children, start acting like the former and not the latter. Stop posting nudes to gain attention because you're starting to feel a little irrelevant or forgotten since the 11th season of "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" is over and Kendall is receiving lots of attention from her modeling career. We all know you are craving the spotlight, but don't be tactless in trying to gain attention for yourself.
Not only is this a bad example for young women (and yes, it is, no matter how much anyone wants to deny it), but it is a bad example for her two children. Now, no one can deny this.
Does Kim Kardashian want her daughter, North, growing up and following in her footsteps of posting nude images of herself on social media? Does she want North to portray herself in such a way as her mother has? Doesn't she want North to show off her brains and talents rather than her body? If the answer to the latter question is yes, then why is Kim setting a bad example for her daughter?
And what about her son, Saint? Doesn't she want him to live up to his name and grow up to be a respectful person--to himself and towards women? What does Kim think is going to happen when Saint gets a little older and discovers that his own mother posted nude pictures of herself? Do you think he is going to respect himself or women after that?
No, I am not saying Kim Kardashian's children are going to grow up to be terrible people. I am not saying that at all. There is still a very big chance that they are going to be wonderful, respectful people that make a difference in the world and won't fall into their mother's (or father's, but let's not get into that topic right now) footsteps. What I am saying is that Kim Kardashian needs to think about the consequences and results that can occur from her actions, especially now that she is a mother. She needs to put her children before her own selfish yearning for the limelight and be a good role model for them.
What is wrong with posting a nice, respectful picture of herself clothed in a classy outfit? She is wealthy, she can buy any stylish outfit she wants, so why not do that and post more classy pictures looking great in expensive, classy, and stylish attire? She can still express herself and her love for her body while being clothed. In fact, that could gain respect from people, followers or not, and that would be empowering for women.
So many people look up to Kim and she is a very powerful and influential figure in today's society and in the media. So why not use that platform to show women that they can be sexy, beautiful, and empowered while still remaining clothed?
I do not hate Kim Kardashian nor am I jealous of her fame or her wealth. And yes, I watch the occasional episode of KUWTK sometimes when I am bored or have nothing to do. However, I just do not respect Kim Kardashian (and most likely never will), especially from her current actions, and that is my personal view.
How can you respect someone who doesn't even respect herself?
