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5 Simple Questions That’ll Help You Avoid Unintentional Cultural Appropriation
Even if you know how cultural appropriation adds to racism, you might still be wondering how to make sure you don’t appropriate someone else’s culture. These questions can keep you from making a hurtful mistake.
Read More7 Phrases You May Not Think Are Fat Shaming – But Definitely Are
“You’re wearing that? You’re so brave!” It’s possible to fat shame someone without meaning to – so look out for these sneaky phrases that can cause more harm than good.
Read More3 Ways Being Raised a Boy Kept Me from Getting the Mental Health Support I Needed
“I thought I was weak.” Growing up, this author was told they were a boy, and to “act like one.” Here are some of the painful ways society pushes boys, men, and people who identify with masculinity away from mental health care.
Read MoreI’m a Muslim Woman of Color – And Here’s Why I Don’t Date White Men
If you’re a woman of color, you might recognize these dating challenges. This author is a South Asian Muslim woman – and here are her honest reflections on why she doesn’t date white men.
Read MoreWhy the Myth of the ‘Bad Kid’ is Dangerous
Have you ever known a child who was labeled a “bad kid”? It’s a damaging label – and this author saw it happen to a child on day two of kindergarten. Here’s why we need shift the common idea that some kids are just bad.
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