Posts by Jarune Uwujaren
5 Ways the Word ‘Strong’ is Used Against Black Women
Yes, black women have strength. But time and time again, the word “strong” has been used to dehumanize black women, to trivialize their pain, to create an impossible standard for young black girls to strive towards. For black women, taking that strength back means calling out the ways in which their strength is used against them. It’s time for us to debunk some myths.
Read MoreJudging Others, Avoiding Ourselves: Grappling with Body Negativity
You judge people. But how many of the judgments that you make about other people based on appearances alone are likely to be accurate, kind, or worthwhile when they don’t meet the standards you place on yourself? If you’re someone who’s still struggling with these negative thoughts, here are some things to think about when it comes to judging and accepting body diversity.
Read MoreDealing with the Stress of Being in the Closet
If you’ve been (or are) closeted, you’re already aware that it’s not that fun. But there are things that can ease the burden.
Read MoreDealing with Racialized Sexism
Racialized sexism sneaks into spaces that claim to have the best interests of women and People of Color at heart. Dealing with racialized sexism means dealing with the fact that every person holds multiple political and social identities that blend and intersect. Therefore, assuming that all experiences of sexism are just variations of the same thing is a mistake.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Cultural Exchange and Cultural Appropriation
Where do we draw the line between “appropriate” forms of cultural exchange and more damaging patterns of cultural appropriation?
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