Female puberty was ultimately disastrous to my life; the relentless harassment, attempted rape, threats of general violence or just the ever present lack of respect which followed, for decades, played a huge part in derailing my development as a person. I was disappointed to no longer be considered ugly, as I had been…

I should clarify that sentence “I will be a much better guy...etc”. What I mean is I’ll treat women- both on the street and in my life- with respect, admiration, and care. What a concept!

(at a loss for where to place this comment w/o it being a reply, so here goes)