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Why We Need to Stop Normalizing Painful Sex
She was terrified after hearing that sex would hurt. But painful sex is not inevitable – and these are some awful results of saying that it is.
Read MoreWhy We Need to Stop Comparing Mental Illness to Physical Illness
Should we be treating mental illness more like we treat physical illness? This is said to address mental health stigma, but here’s why it’s not helping.
Read More4 Reasons You Don’t Have to Be Afraid of Your Fatness
We’re cringing at that trailer for “Rough Night.” But despite messages that you have to hate your fatness, these are some of the many reasons not to.
Read More5 Things I’m Ashamed to Admit as a Suicide Attempt Survivor
“I’m angry that I can’t just ‘get over it.’” How can we shift support for suicide attempt survivors so they don’t have to feel these kinds of shame?
Read More6 Backhanded ‘Compliments’ That Mentally Ill People Are Tired Of
It’s hard to know the “right” thing to say when someone discloses a mental illness. This will help you avoid some common “compliments” that hurt.
Read More4 Reasons Taxing Menstrual Products Is Ridiculous
Wow – the arguments against taxing menstrual products show why these taxes are completely illogical. Not to mention just plain discriminatory.
Read MoreWhy I’m Confused About My Sexuality – And It’s Okay If You Are, Too
There’s a lot of pressure to really “know” who you are when it comes to your sexuality. But this reminder from Connor Manning is really reassuring.
Read More4 Reasons Why I Refuse to Say That Mental Illness ‘Doesn’t Define Me’
Is it better to separate your mental illness from your identity? Not for everyone – and this may give you a whole new perspective on this question.
Read MoreHow Getting Pregnant on Purpose Made Me More Pro-Choice
“But what if I didn’t want to be pregnant?” How getting pregnant when you want to have a baby shows the importance of safe abortion access.
Read MoreTeenagers Get Real About Getting Help for Mental Health
Have you ever tried to tell someone that you’re struggling, only to have them dismiss you? These young people have great insights on mental health support.
Read More10 Practical Ways to Support Your Disabled Friends in Winter – And Beyond
Do you know why winter is hard for so many disabled people? You can help with these simple steps for supporting disabled loved ones.
Read More5 Things to Remember When You’re Diagnosed with a Mental Illness
“How this defines you is up to you.” Getting a mental illness diagnosis can be overwhelming. Keep these reminders in mind to help you navigate it.
Read More5 Things I’m Tired of Hearing About My Chronic Fatigue
What’s wrong with these well-meaning comments said to people with chronic fatigue? Find out what it’s like for her to hear them and you’ll know.
Read More5 Tools for Surviving Your Anger Under a Trump Presidency
As they say, “if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention” – here’s how to maintain your outrage and take care of yourself with Trump as president.
Read More5 Supposedly Empowering Things We Need to Stop Telling People About Their Periods
Do we have to resort to harmful notions about menstruation to be empowering about periods? Nope – and dropping these five ideas can help you avoid it.
Read More8 Ways Our Modern Fashion Habits Destroy the Environment
WHOA – do you know how much water is used to make just one pair of jeans? Learn about the real cost of your clothes so you can do something about it.
Read MoreHow We Can Make Sure Our Protests Are Effective and Inclusive
The Women’s March wasn’t as inclusive as it could’ve been – but before you get defensive, check out these important lessons on effective protesting.
Read MoreLiving Through the Fog of a Psychotic Break
A psychotic break can be a hard experience to understand. This account shows what it can be like, and how healing can be possible.
Read More3 Empowering Sex Tips We Should Be Giving Young Women
If you got sex tips like this author did, from sources like women’s magazines, you may have absorbed some unhealthy messages. These are much healthier.
Read More7 Questions to Help You Balance Self-Care and Resistance
How can we resist everything Donald Trump is doing without burning ourselves out? These questions can help you find some answers.
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