Using the positive qualities of the “housewife”, i.e. caring, loyal, hardworking, women can expand their career terrain, using the same characteristics. Instead of being housewives, women can devote themselves to other endeavors with the same vigor and attention they would have for their family and home. The first step in combating benevolent sexism, however, is to recognize where it exists, which is difficult, since “women, compared to men, consistently reject hostile sexism but often support benevolent sexism” (Glick and Fiske 109). Hostile sexism is explicit sexism, such as cursing and abusing women. Women must find reward in other places that are not harmful, such as in the love of their children or in the security and success of a job. This is not to say that being a housewife is always bad for women. If a woman finds power and independence in her domestic duties, then good for her. It is, however, essential that women analyze their situation and free themselves from stereotypes that could oppress their personal, intellectual and civil growth, or even harm their physical and mental health..