Gould explains that a life without the pressure of gender norms essentially frees a person to develop and mature without limitations. It is suggested that the idea that an individual's gender should not matter until they decide how they want to portray themselves. He recognizes that people may not understand or accept this lifestyle choice, but if they can live ignoring the constant ridicule and criticism brought forth by a society that values ​​gender norms, they will ultimately be more well-rounded in all aspects of their life. (Gould, 1972) Richardson does not necessarily oppose Gould's point of view, but rather focuses on how women specifically are negatively affected by gender stereotypes. It is argued that “language practice perpetuates in men their feelings of dominance and responsibility towards women.” (Richardson, 1981) While women are seen in society as dependent, incompetent and immature objects who are defined in terms of their relationship with men, males are autonomous and independent beings who define themselves primarily in the world of work. (Richardson, 1981) From Richardson's perspective, gender stereotypes not only perpetuate hatred and sexism towards women, but also force men to behave in a certain way to uphold the patriarchy. This idea is so ingrained in modern society that it would be difficult to raise a child in Gould's idealistic way