In defense of “pick mes”

How the patriarchal desire to shame and police women is now being framed as a feminist act.

A “pick me” is defined as “a woman who excessively seeks male validation by actively trying to differentiate herself from other women.” The term originates from a scene in Grey's Anatomy, where the main character, Meredith, begs for the love of her romantic interest, Derek. In the scene, she says, “Pick me, choose me, love me.” Here, Meredith is asking …