Posts by Aliya Khan
Are You Body-Positive, But Struggling with Binge Eating? Here Are 4 Ways to Support Yourself
Trying to be body-positive is hard enough without the complications of binge eating disorder. How can you celebrate “Eat what you want!” while also recognizing that you can’t?
Read MoreActivist Burnout Is Real – And You Probably Need to Read These 4 Ways to Manage It
This is a really helpful way to tell burnout from a bad day. How do you cope when it all feels like too much?
Read More‘You’re Pretty When You Smile’: 5 Reasons Compliments Are More Complicated Than You Think
We get it. It can be hard sometimes to understand the difference between catcalling and complimenting people. But what it really comes down to is respect – and you’re usually better off saying nothing at all. This article is to help those who have the best intentions, but are struggling with understanding when it’s appropriate to approach someone in public.
Read MoreDon’t Erase My Race: 4 Affirmations to Remember When Reclaiming Your Multi-Racial Identity
Have people tried to define your race, make assumptions about your identity, or call you “racially ambiguous?” Your race is yours to determine. In a society that invalidates multiracial identities, reclaiming your identity is both an act of preservation and a political act. So here are some affirmations to help you come back to your own skin, your own identity, your own self.
Read MoreExposing 5 Sex Myths That Impact Your Choices as a Woman
Have gender stereotypes led you to have sex when you didn’t want to? Your sex life shouldn’t be defined by stereotypes. Understanding how culture influences our choices around sex can empower us to talk about our desires and needs openly and sincerely. This article will help you understand and feel empowered. Learn how myths can impact you — and what to do about it.
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