Posts by Ellen Friedrichs
4 Ways We Teach Boys It’s Normal to Pressure Girls Sexually
If you grew up in the United States, it is almost inevitable that you’ve been subject to a few standard aphorisms. These include things like: “Anyone can make it here if they try hard enough,” “Nothing worth having comes easy,” “Hard work pays off,” “Winners never quit, and quitters never win,” and “Success is no…
Read More3 Ways Anti-Feminism Hurts People of All Genders
It’s obvious when anti-feminists are anti-woman – this will help you get how anti-feminism is hurting people of all genders, including men.
Read More3 Reasons Why You Need to Talk to Your Teens About Sexual Pleasure
Do you know about the consequences of leaving pleasure out of sex ed? They’re really worrisome – but there’s hope for progress!
Read MoreFood Choices Aren’t Moral Issues – Here’s How to Stop Making Kids Think They Are
“Ugh, more junk food?” Are you framing nutrition as something that can make your kids a “good” person? Try these alternatives to this harmful approach.
Read MoreHow Our Othering of Sexual Assault Survivors Allows People to Doubt Them
Many of us fall into the trap of “othering” survivors without even realizing it – and here’s how and why we must change these victim-blaming patterns.
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