Daughters of Simone De Beauvoir

     Simone De Beauvior made an immense impact on women, especially through her philosophical writings all throughout her lifetime. Two very impactful readings include "The Second Sex" and "The Prime of Life" display societal relationships with women. The influence behind her writings is very inspiring, as she didn't have a steady home or the societal approval of being a woman. She inspired many, as she was said to bring the "inner perception of feminine condition" which lead to a "disturb[ance in the] status quo" that society placed men and women in. After watching "The Daughter of De Beauvoir", it is very transparent that Simone had now the shame of speaking out against the label society had on women. She inspired many women to not only think about themselves in society but to think about the justification behind the perception of women. I can easily see how inspiring she could have been to women growing up after WWII. She disturbed the perception of the role of women, which gave people an alternate perspective of how either gender can contribute to society. 

The Prime of Life by Simone De Beauvoir

   The impression that WWII had caused greatly impacted the world, especially women. Simone, who had pursued a higher education, had been mocked and not taken seriously solely because of being a woman. Society has expectations of women staying home and taking care of a family and letting their spouse be the breadwinner. People thought women pursuing higher education was a "huge joke" but Simone insisted that this wasn't the case. The inspiration and empowerment of women she left in this world have made a massive impact on how society should properly perceive women. With the combination of her family life and unequal social construct, she will forever display a great example of a strong, independent woman who knows what she wants and believes.