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4 Reasons Demanding ‘Objectivity’ in Social Justice Debates Can Be Oppressive
Have you ever had your perspective dismissed because you’re not “objective” enough about an issue that affects you? Glorifying so-called objectivity can actually be harmful, and here’s why.
Read More3 Reasons It’s Irrational to Demand ‘Rationalism’ in Social Justice Activism
Mention an idea like abolishing prisons, and some people say you’re not being “rational” or “realistic.” But have you considered these points about how the urge to be rational is holding us back?
Read More5 Ways to Share Your Fitness Life on Social Media More Thoughtfully
It’s okay to practice fitness in whatever way feels good to you – so it can be frustrating to be told that posting about your self-care might be triggering. This author gets it, and has some great strategies to help.
Read More5 Problems with the Social Idea That ‘Women Are More Aesthetically Pleasing’
Is it human nature to think that “women are more aesthetically pleasing?” This author has an important point on why we need to question the widespread idea that women are more pleasant to look at.
Read More7 Ways Social Justice Language Can Become Abusive in Intimate Relationships
It’s dangerous when social justice ideas – the same ones that empower us – are used to harm people. Here are some signs that this is happening in your life or community.
Read MoreThe Big Lie Telling You to Hate Your Body in the Era of Social Media
Have heard about the “belly button challenge?” Yikes! Find out what it means for you that this kind of pressure is actually a thing.
Read MoreWearing a Bra Should Be a Personal Choice and Not a Social Norm – Here’s Why
We had no idea how much false info we believed about taking care of breasts! Does this change anything about your choices?
Read More5 Reasons Why High-Stakes Testing Is a Social Justice Issue
If you’ve taken a high-stakes test in school before, you know how stressful it can be. But did you realize these five ways that they also perpetuate inequality?
Read More6 Examples of How Extroverts Benefit From Their Social Privilege
With US American society as it is – where things are expected to be open and available for any amount of poking and scrutiny – being an introvert isn’t exactly easy. This culture has been built for extroverts, often leaving introverts behind and feeling less-than. Check out this article to see how extroverts benefit from their social privileges on a regular basis.
Read MoreYes, Race Is a Social Construct – Here’s Why It Still Matters
Yes, it’s true. Race is a social construct. That fact has been used frequently to deny the very real experiences of people of color. Ever heard or said “I don’t see race” or “Why do they have to make it a race thing?” That’s part of the problem. Here’s a really clear break-down on why race still matters. Let Melissa A. Fabello inspire you to do something about it.
Read MoreWhy We Compare Ourselves to Others on Social Media (And 3 Ways to Stop)
How can we stop ourselves from making unfair comparisons based on what we find on social media? Here are three ways.
Read More6 Things To Do If Your Social Justice Job is a Toxic Environment
Unfortunately, as many idealistic activists have found, too many non-profit organizations have dysfunctional work environments. So what can you do if you’re working in one?
Read More3 Ways To Sustain A Movement Beyond A Trending Hashtag, According To Social Justice Leaders
On the morning of Jan. 21, 2017, I woke up with a mission. Just one day before, Donald Trump had been inaugurated as the next president of the United States, and I needed to channel all of the pain and anguish from the election into something productive. I put on some clothes and took to…
Read MoreSocial Media Has Its Pitfalls But You Can Use It For Positive Change—Here’s How
Every time I speak up and share people reach out to me; they let me know that they feel empowered to share their own story.
Read MoreDo You Have A Social Media Addiction? Here’s How You Can Heal
I have a family history of drug and alcohol addiction and overcame an eating disorder that was rooted in the same constant desire for control, so it was actually painful to think of my social media habits as toxic and addictive.
Read MoreHow To Practice Immediate Self-Care When Social Media Says the World is Burning
We can’t be prepared for every eventuality, but having a self-care plan for social media emergencies is a great first step, and so is being able to ask for help when you need it.
Read More10 Ways White People Can Stop Annoying People of Color on Social Media
This article originally appeared on Wear Your Voice and was republished here with the author’s permission. When it comes to social media etiquette, we are all still learning how to interact with each other while respecting boundaries and the spaces we give ourselves. What has translated over straight from our in-person interactions are racist, sexist…
Read MoreWhen It’s A Popularity Contest: Here’s How To Redistribute Social Capital In Activist Spaces
The ideas around social capital and popularity often run alongside privilege and desirability politics. Previously, I wasn’t aware of these terms. But after a few, let’s say, “discussions” with other organizers, I’m was made aware of the ways social capital can create hierarchies in organizing spaces. These conversations led to a few things: Some folks…
Read MoreHow I Exposed 5 BS Social Norms That Almost Stopped Me from Traveling the World
“Everyone’s gotta settle down someday.” If her travels seem too good to be true, you might believe some of these myths.
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