Mickey's Kitchen Sink Sundae, which features ice cream and multiple toppings tossed into a “sink” shaped like Mickey Mouse's red pants, is an iconic fan favorite among Disney lovers and dessert lovers alike .
However, the redesign of the original product has been heavily criticized.
Walt Disney World is selling Minnie Kitchen Sink Sundays in honor of Women's History Month. For $24.99, the ice cream and toppings sit inside a sink shaped like Minnie Mouse's dress, with a faucet and two handles shaped like her gloved hands.
People online said the product was meant to celebrate women and their achievements, and the decades of hard work it took to gain equality.Women should be in the kitchen for a month. It has been pointed out that this could be seen as implying.
Dr. Betsy Granch said: “While I don't think Disney did this intentionally, there is a growing perception that the kitchen sink is associated with a month that celebrates women. Historically, the kitchen has been said to be the only place to be. This is a group of people who A popular brain surgeon with about 2 million followers on TikTok. She posted a video of her sign advertising the product while at Disney World's Hollywood Studios.
“The sink, of course, is a play on the phrase 'everything but the kitchen sink,'” Grunch said. It uplifts women. ”
“You all have smeared us with this,” Grunch said in the video.
Most people who left comments on this video agreed that the decision to single out this product for Women's History Month was a poor, if not insulting, decision.
One person wrote: “My jaw hit the floor.”
“One wonders how many women were involved in the process and how many were given closure,” said another.
“Listen, the kitchen sink is a Disney thing, but I agree, they could have made something new, or even less…this is what I feel. Or not,” another commenter wrote.
Disney did not immediately respond to USA TODAY's request for comment. It's unclear which other Disney World parks or Disney stores are selling this item during Women's History Month.
Gender stereotypes are harmful to everyone
Gender stereotyping occurs when you assign certain attributes, characteristics, or roles to a person based on their assigned gender. They can harm people as well as harm their mental health.
Gender norms prevent people from fully expressing themselves and their emotions, such as women fearing independence and men suppressing strong emotions to avoid appearing “weak”; says a planned parenting expert. On the other hand, “hyper-feminine people are more likely to endure physical and emotional abuse from their partners.” [and] Hypermasculine people are more likely to be physically and emotionally abusive to their partners. ”
These influences start early in life. Research shows that when girls conform to gender stereotypes, they are more likely to experience depression and violence. When boys conform to gender stereotypes, they are more likely to abuse drugs, commit suicide, and become physically violent.
Gender experts say women in particular are socialized to serve and acquiesce.
“We must give, not receive, otherwise we will only have the right to receive, the right to receive, if we give enough. That is why it is important for us to remain good. “We always feel inadequate because we're taught that it's our job to… appease,” Natalie Lu, author of The Joy of Saying No, previously told USA TODAY. Ta.
But when women say no, there can be social repercussions. Research shows that women who appear more proactive at work make men seem more competent, but also less likable and less of a team player, which can affect their career and salary. Lu said there is.
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This Women's History Month, don't be afraid to challenge gender stereotypes in a way that makes everyone feel valued, regardless of gender or gender identity.
Erica Cronan, global director of marketing at data management company Datadobi, said this month and this International Women's Day is a time to “celebrate the strides we've made as women and inspire us to continue that momentum.” It should be something like a pep rally. , in a statement. “When I think about the bold pioneers throughout history who broke through barriers against all odds, I can't help but feel inspired.
“As we continue to forge new paths, let us pour out the same spirit and toast to the brave men before us.”
Mike Snider contributed to this report.
