Talk:The Silence of E. Lamb/@comment-31.200.139.131-20140716020506/@comment-107.201.132.33-20140716191554

31.200.139.131 - It is sexist. The phrase “grow a pair” refers to male testicles. It is meant as a way to say “be courageous”. It implies that if you’re going to be strong you have to be male or show male characteristics. Basically when you say “grow a pair” you’re telling that person to “be a man”. You’re reinforcing the stereotype that men are stronger and more courageous. Anyone with half a brain knows that women are equally as strong and courageous. It’s a gender stereotype that needs to be put to rest. So next time you feel the need to say “grow a pair” to someone, you might want to specify whether that should be a pair of testicles or a pair of ovaries.