Posts by Anonymous
Being Biracial, Black, and Boricua – Under the Pressure to ‘Pick a Side’
“What are you?” This author’s story of feeling caught in the middle between Blackness, Whiteness, and Puerto Ricanness says a lot about our perceptions of race and heritage.
Read MoreHere’s Why I Stayed With an Abusive Partner for 11 Years
If you’ve ever wondered “Why did they stay?” when you heard someone was abused, here are eleven years worth of answers. They really show why survivors need us to stop judging them and start listening.
Read MoreAnother Woman Raped Me and Nobody Cared
Women sexual assaulting other women is so rarely discussed. This author is bravely sharing her story – and it shows why our silence on this issue needs to end.
Read MoreI’m a Fat Bulimic – Here’s Why the Idea of Loving My Body Feels Impossible for Me
Many suggest “loving your body” is the key to recovery but for this author, that feels impossible. In this narrative she shares her struggles and how she’s come to work towards recovery without being able to love herself.
Read More3 Realizations That Helped Me Stop Feeling Ashamed of My Breasts
Have you noticed how often women in the US feel ashamed of their breasts? If you’re like this author, the shame is so habitual that you don’t even realize it’s there. These insights can help you feel better about your body.
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