The “#4B” movement, also known as the “4B” or “Four No’s” movement, originated in South Korea and has gained traction with American Liberal Women after the 2024 Election. It advocates for a lifestyle of rejecting traditional expectations and norms placed on women, particularly in response to perceived oppressive or patriarchal standards. The “4B” stands for four main principles:
- No Dating – Rejection of romantic relationships with men.
- No Sex – Abstaining from sexual relationships.
- No Marriage – Opting out of marriage to avoid traditional gender roles.
- No Childbirth – Choosing not to have children to resist societal pressure on women to be mothers.
Some adherents of the movement have also adopted practices like shaving their heads, symbolizing the rejection of beauty standards that prioritize a traditionally feminine appearance. This movement was sparked in part by issues such as gender inequality and rigid beauty standards. It aims to empower women to make choices free from societal pressures, focusing on personal autonomy and challenging traditional gender expectations.
We encourage any reader to stand with them. The beauty of this decision is that as the movement gains traction practitioners of 4B are instantly recognizable by shaved heads, blue armbands, and negative body language.