So is it 'expected' of a woman to through a 'hoe phase' or 'party phase' in her transition to full adulthood?

It seems to me to be a modern phenomenon for certain women in this day and age. They will insist that their past behavior and choices are none of your business. They will say you cannot judge a woman for her choices in the past. Only the present is what matters. Who she is NOW, is not related to her choices and behavior in the past.

To me, it comes across as an excuse for risky behavior and poor decision-making. Perhaps a "pass" for previous bad behavior.

As a man and behaviorist, I can say that past behavior is the strongest indicator of present and future behavior. The more a woman sleeps around and cheats, the more likely she will continue to do so in the future.

Men used to get a pass for this type of behavior, it was referred to as "sowing your oats" back in the day. I think only certain men get a pass for this in this day and age.

Some women were sexually repressed in their teens and want to explore their sexuality, what makes them feel good. It doesn't lessen her value. She's still a human being with thoughts, feelings, and worth.

No idea. I don't have the modern mindset that seems prevalent now. We didn't say such nonsense phrases when I was growing up. Sounds like an excuse to behave a certain way and justify it.

I mean, I had plenty of fun, a bit wild, partying and dating days. It was natural, not something I attained to be.

I think that describes my wife's first two years of college, with enough study to make good grades.

I use to believe my value was tied to my body count but then I grew up. I guess you could say i'm in my hoe phase now. I'm no longer prepared to settle for a guy who can't rock my world and there's only one way to put that to the test.

It's only expected by men who hope to catch them in this "phase"