It’s no secret that life has changed. Everything is quicker and more efficient. We have more access to the thoughts and feelings of others. Things are especially different as a woman in this generation. While 50 years ago I might have been expected to lock in on housework day in and day out, now I get to go to work and live paycheck to paycheck with the rest of my peers.
This doesn’t mean that women are free from those homemaker expectations, which is why people on the internet began chiming in with their takes about “Young Hoes” in November 2025.
And the trend began. While the original tweet was by a man, young women took to the internet to share their “Young Hoe Behavior.” They shared things that have become normal, mostly because we don’t focus on housework as much as a society. The way you clean, the way you eat, all the ways you take care of yourself could be under scrutiny for this term.
Being a Young Hoe isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Despite critics, most of these videos shared are lighthearted and self-aware observations of how life changes generationally. However, that doesn’t mean that there’s never any value in keeping things old school. What things are just fine the Young Hoe way? Which need a little more attention? Let’s find out!
Cook Everything On High
The classic question: why would I cook on low if I’m hungry now, not later? With some meals, especially when directed, cooking on high is perfectly reasonable, and is just a more efficient way of doing things. What many don’t know, however, is that it can also have an impact on your health.
According to the National Cancer Institute, cooking muscle meats on a high heat creates compounds that can increase the risk of cancer. This sounds scary, but it’s a fact from clinical trials with lab rats. No direct links have been found between these compounds and cancer in humans.
My bigger issue with cooking on high is the quality of the food. It takes time for heat to cook through the center of your meat, so sometimes cooking on high can scorch the outside while the inside is still raw. That’s why past generations never cooked on high the way we do. There’s nothing wrong with cooking how you want, but if you can muster up the patience, I’d recommend taking the traditional route
Do One Big Load Of Laundry
Refusing to split your laundry into loads is all fun and games, until you hear that crazy clanging from across the house. I’ve heard the argument that it’s more sustainable and efficient to use less water, but putting unnecessary wear and tear on an expensive machine doesn’t seem sustainable to me.
It also isn’t as good for your clothes. Separating your loads so each item can get the correct care will help keep your clothes in good condition. It’s definitely better to do darks/whites/delicates—not that I ever have—but at least give your clothes a chance to get clean by keeping the washer from getting too crowded.
Take Boiling Showers
I’m certainly guilty of this one, although I think it may be one of the worst. It’s not that hot showers don’t have any benefits. They’re relaxing and feel good for aches and pains, helping for better sleep. However, the downsides may be irreversible.
Hot water can break down protective barriers on your skin and hair, making them more susceptible to damage. Next time you consider buying another expensive skincare product or conditioner, consider turning down the heat in the shower. A hot shower can be a nice treat every now and again, but on the daily is counterproductive.
Use Too Many Spices
As a generation that grew up having hot Cheetos as high school vending machine breakfast, it’s no wonder that we tend to over-season our food. What is over-seasoned is relative though, it’s all based on preference.
Older generations, on average, had less. They had less seasoning options altogether, and many had less food, so they appreciated the natural flavors of it more. However, in the modern world, as long as you’re keeping your sodium intake under control, my philosophy is: if you have it and like it, you may as well use it.
Never Iron
I’ve never got on board with this one being a problem. Yes, it’s better for the long-term garment health to a degree, but not near as important as how you clean your clothes. Instead, I think this is another chore that is created in favor of a status quo where everyone looks “presentable.” Personally, I’m tired of these respectability politics, and I don’t think that women should be held responsible for the changing of the tide.
This brings me to my feelings about this trend. I do think it’s funny and relatable that so many of us do these things, especially when compared to the women before us. However, I think the idea of men calling us anytime of “hoe” because of it is problematic.
Women today have a historical amount of freedoms that we’re still fighting to protect, as well as historical responsibility of juggling all the aspects of life. I have better things to worry about than the laundry; it’s just less important to me than it was to my grandma and that’s okay. As long as you’re informed of what’s right for you, don’t sweat the small stuff and enjoy a vibrant “Young Hoe” life.
N’Crowd: What’s your certified young hoe behavior? Do you think it’s problematic?
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