GrayMatter said:
One could surmise that the reason why there isn't one of those WNBA players is because they aren't given the same platform nor the same latitude as NBA players. If they're angry it's because they have something to say kind of like Barkley but in a different way. People aren't used to that type of anger and it comes off as defensive when in reality it is being loud for the sake of being understood.
If there is anything I've learned in 20+ years of marriage, is getting loud does not lead to being better understood.
But where does this expectation come from that their voice deserves to be heard?, or that others are obligated to listen, understand, or support? No one is going out of their way to hear me, understand my feelings….. in fact, those same folks are now telling people with my views to "shut up".
So, when she gets loud, I'll just turn it off. If the young lady wants respect, she also needs to give it.