Wanting Equal Rights For Women Makes You Bad In Bed, According To Demeaning Expert

There are so, many misconceptions about feminism, we honestly don’t know where to begin. Actually, we do: Apparently, being a feminist makes you bad in bed. Yes, seriously. Either the editors at Men’s Health lost their minds or just somehow missed the mark with this one, but according to one of their articles, being an advocate for equal rights makes you a boring, no good and very "blah" sexual partner. Uh, yikes. While this obviously isn’t true, we were curious as to what the basis of this ridiculous “theory” was. Take a look.

Feminism and sex. Apparently, feminism makes you a bad lay — according to Men’s Health, that is. The since deleted article features alleged expert Dr. Pam Spurr pointing to feminism as the reason why guys are just so downright dissatisfied between the sheets. Cue eye rolls from women everywhere.

Feminism and sex. According to Bustle, in the since deleted article, Spurr reminds readers that “in the past few decades, women have learnt that orgasms, like voting and equal pay, are their right.” Well, duh.

Feminism and sex. After that non-sensical comment, Spurr — and Men’s Health — go on to tell readers what the real issue is with equality and how it applies behind closed doors. "This tide of female emancipation has led to a 'princess-and-the-pea syndrome' – her ‘pea’ gets all the attention, while everything else gets sidelined.”

Feminism and sex. "'The pea’s demands will eclipse those of your penis,’ warns Spurr. So stand up for your rights, man!” Oh, boy. Where do we begin?

Feminism and sex. First, how is that we women are considered “princesses” merely because we’re asking that our orgasm be a priority. Not to mention, how — but really, how — is asking for our sexual desires to be fulfilled taking away from our partner's sexual desires being fulfilled? Why can’t everyone get theirs?

Feminism and sex. Much to our dismay, however, this isn’t the piece’s only major problem. Men’s Health proceeds to suggest withholding sex if your female partner gets “sexually defensive or shy,” or turning her around to face your feet when she isn’t in the mood. Say what?!

Feminism and sex. Not only are these “tips” terrible (and basically asking for a breakup), they also fail to consider one little detail: These things aren’t up to guys. Yeah, you can try to withhold sex from your girlfriend, but that doesn’t mean she won’t dump you and find someone else’s penis to suck and f*ck.

Feminism and sex. Obviously, Men’s Health didn’t get it right with this one. Offering men this sort of advice is immensely problematic for a number of reasons, too.

Feminism and sex. To begin, it encourages men to take back the power women have only recently started to claim in regards to sex. Like, come on — give us ladies a chance!

Feminism and sex. And secondly, the article assumes that feminism is evil. It suggests that the sole purpose of the gender equality movement is to sideline men in the bedroom. Like, have they not ran a quick Google search to figure out what feminism is all about?

Feminism and sex. Here’s a doozie: Some studies suggest that feminism can actually — wait for it — make for a hotter sex life. Well, well, well… Will you look at that, Men’s Health?

Feminism and sex. According to a 2014 study in the journal Sex Roles, the assumption that guys must take charge in the sack can actually decrease an individual’s sexual confidence. We knew it.

Feminism and sex. "If men believe that men should dominate sexually, this may prevent them from feeling open or comfortable discussing sexual behavior and protection with their partners or asking questions about things they may not know,” the study’s author Lisa Rosenthal, Ph.D., said, according to Bustle.

Feminism and sex. Seemingly, Men’s Health’s advice for males to take back control of the reigns could actually lead to a less safe — and less enjoyable — sexual experience overall. As Bustle points out, the reality of the situation is that intercourse is usually much, much more satisfying when both partners not only feel open, but secure as well.

Feminism and sex. An open and secure environment, you say? Well, that’s actually the kind of space feminism allows for. This idea is backed by Samhita Mukhopadhyay, editor of the blog Feministing.com, in a conversation with The Globe and Mail. She said: "[Feminists] have better sex because they like their bodies; they know what they want, ask for it and walk away when their partners aren’t accountable; and they don’t define their self-worth through couplehood, which can make for softer breakups.” #Preach.