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Male Rape Is No Laughing Matter (Even Though We’re Taught to Think It Is)
Male rape survivors often face a specific kind of victim-blaming. One man shares his experience and why our culture’s idea of masculinity confirms that, to him, rape is sincerely hilarious.
Read MoreHere’s How White Terrorism In America Has Grown In The Last Decade
Just this weekend, 26 people, half of whom were children, were murdered in a church mass shooting, marking this year as the deadliest year for mass shootings in modern U.S. history. The shooter, Devin Patrick Kelley, a 29-year-old white man, was dressed in all-black tactical gear and armed with a rifle when he attacked the…
Read MoreOne Simple Question About Society’s Ridiculous Biases Around Gender
If you could ask one question about society’s biases around gender, what would it be? This comic gets straight to the point with one simple question.
Read MoreThis Trial Shows the Absurd Things Street Harassers Expect of Women in Public
If you experience street harassment, then this “trial” will be frustratingly familiar. This burden of meeting men’s expectations is more than anyone should have to deal with.
Read More5 Reasons to Stop Saying That Women Are ‘Complicated’
Are women really too complicated? It’s a common idea, but consider what you’re really saying, and you’ll realize the truth about “complication” and gender.
Read More4 Seemingly Harmless Gender Stereotypes That Contribute to Rape Culture
Stereotype #3: “Men want sex while women want love.” If you accept these as truth, these consequences should make you reconsider.
Read More4 Myths That Hurt Polysexual Men and the Women They Date
“Bisexual men are really just gay.” When a man who isn’t straight is dating a woman, myths like this one stigmatize both of them. Make sure you’re not adding to the stigma by falling for any of these misconceptions.
Read More3 Bullsh*t Reasons Why Women Are Taught To Not Cut Our Hair Short (And Why You Can Do It Anyway)
This author’s experience with cutting her hair reveals some of the biggest BS lies society is still telling short-haired women. Have you experienced any of these BS myths?
Read MoreHow One “Tomboy” Overcame Her Internalized Misogyny
By the time I reached adolescence, I wanted to be one of the boys. I prided myself, more than anything, on being nothing like a girl. When I look back, rather than being progressive, it was actually quite anti-feminist. It wasn’t as if I had liberated myself from caring what the boys thought of me. On the contrary, my entire life centered on gaining their approval.
Read MoreChivalry Must Die: On Women’s Expectations and Men’s Obligations
There’s a difference between being chivalrous and being nice. We should all be nice to everyone – regardless of their gender. But when you do something nice for women because of their gender, is not just being nice – it’s being chivalrous, which is based on the belief that women are fragile, delicate creatures who need special treatment.
Read MoreWhy We Need the Opposite of Rape Culture – Nurturance Culture
“It is time men recognize and nurture their own healing gifts.” We’re trying to shut down rape culture – but what do we need in its place? You’ll love this enlightening vision of nurturance culture.
Read More6 Tips for Marginalized People Looking for a Good Therapist
If you’re queer, a survivor, or otherwise marginalized, you may have these questions about therapy. Here are some answers.
Read MoreThis Comparison Exposes How Much Homophobia Shapes Your Notion of A ‘Normal’ Day
A visibly queer person and their ally spend a day together – which one of their experiences is more like your “normal?”
Read MoreHow to Begin Coping When Your Family Disowns You for Being Trans
Much of this can be useful for other queer folks, too. Know this: “You’re not weak; you’re not flawed; this is truly challenging.”
Read More8 Questions to Stop Asking Bisexual People
Bisexual people are ridiculed and excluded from both mainstream society and the queer community. This needs to end now, beginning with these common questions.
Read More5 Reasons Our ‘Sons’ Need Feminism, Too
It may be obvious why girls need feminism – but what about boys (or children assumed to be boys)? Here are good reasons to share feminism with your sons.
Read More8 Reminders to Not Be So Hard On Yourself When You’re Just Trying to Survive
If you’re “just getting by,” you might feel like a failure. These affirming reminders will remind you that slowing down can actually be good for you.
Read More3 Ways Bollywood Sets Up a Sexuality Paradox for South Asian Women
There’s a problem with how women’s sexuality is portrayed in Bollywood films. So this author’s pointing out why it matters for South Asian women, and what needs to change.
Read More4 Reasons Women Might Not Want Casual Sex That Have Nothing to Do With ‘Biology’
Do you believe it’s hard for a woman to enjoy sex without an emotional bond? That explanation is missing something, so here’s more info on women and casual sex – beyond so-called “biological differences.”
Read MoreStill Think Trans Women Have Male Privilege? These 7 Points Prove They Don’t
The debate is fierce, bitter, and as old as second wave feminism: do trans women experience male privilege? Some people believe they do, but here’s the important information they’re missing.
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