English: As feminists, we are convinced that we see everyone equally, yet most of us have internalized misogyny.

One of the most challenging parts of becoming a feminist has been the sometimes startling disparity between my current beliefs and how I've been conditioned to think and behave.

Internalized sexism might be difficult to identify. Regardless of how independent we feel we are, we have a plethora of preconceived notions about how a woman should live that stem from societal expectations and gender conventions. It is vital to be conscious of this, and your own thoughts and opinions, not only about other women but also about yourself.

The solution, I believe, is that empowerment is not found in the perfect unison of belief and action, but rather in the chaotic mix between the two. Learning, in some ways, implies acknowledging we were wrong at one point, so perhaps we can take solace in the often contradictory process of becoming the woman we want to be.