For Watson, the invitation to men to lend a hand to the feminist movement can be seen as a desperate request for help. Perceived in this way, Watson's vision could be interpreted as disempowering the feminist movement, demonstrating how women continue to remain dependent on men to advance their causes. While most feminist circles would not interpret her message in this way, misogynistic male groups would be inclined to adopt this belief and refuse to offer assistance for the cause. De Zayas' vision also faces limitations in its application. 17th century Spain was completely male-dominated, so berating men in the hopes of making a change would likely be an ineffective strategy. Although he shows how the lack of care for women is an attack on their virility, unlike Watson, de Zayas does not present a specific and solid basis for how tending to care for women will benefit men in the long run. Therefore, both authors present a vision that can be seen as a new approach to the feminist movement and the achievement of gender equality. While these tactics offer opportunities for ongoing gains, they are plagued by numerous limitations that reduce their overall long-term effectiveness in the context in which they were adopted.