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Some are baffled by those of us who make the choice to be alone. Others think aloneness means something’s wrong with you or that you’re self-centered. Here’s a more empowering perspective. Read about this author’s practice of deliberately spending time alone to see how you can grow your self-confidence all on your own – without needing anyone else to complete you.

This poet’s moving note to self can remind you that you have nothing to be ashamed of, and your body needs your voice.

Many of us did not become feminists on a college campus or in an activist environment. So there needs to be dialogue that represents and facilitates the experience of feminism in more personal contexts. I think that Beyoncé’s album has some pretty radical feminist sentiments, and the fact that another feminist disagrees with that does not make me wrong, nor does it make that other woman right.

Ever feel like it’s hard to focus on health and fitness without feeling ashamed of your body? These tips will help you find a more loving approach.

Too many of us today struggle with low self-esteem based on the negative messages we’ve received, often related to our gender, sexual orientation, race, class, and other aspects and when we fail to reach impossible social ideals or stay within the narrow boxes of what’s acceptable. Feminism can help you build resistance to these messages and discover your inherent self-worth.

This shows just how much gender-based violence is ignored and even encouraged every day. How many chances to intervene in rape culture can you point out here?

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Women sexual assaulting other women is so rarely discussed. This author is bravely sharing her story – and it shows why our silence on this issue needs to end.

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There’s some real hypocrisy in calling yourself “pro-life” because you’re against abortion. If you really care about life, here’s what you should be supporting.

“Bears will be bears!” What if bears killed 1 in 5 people? This absurd situation might make you laugh, but it makes an important point about sexual assault.

Is the so-called “pro-life” movement really about reducing abortion rates – or is it just about shaming people? This comic reveals the truth.

“I know what you’re going through is hard, but…” If you’re ever tempted to tell someone they’re too angry about oppression, stop right now and read this.

Assumption #1: “Black girls have thicker skins.” It’s not only stigma or insurance keeping Black girls from mental health care – these myths are too common, and you may be falling for them.

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Wondering why feminists “don’t care” about men or anything other than first world problems? This author’s heard it all. So before you complain that this is why you hate feminism, we need to talk.

It’s hard enough to get mental health care in the US – but do you know why it’s even harder for people of color? These experts share essential information about what’s getting in the way.

This author thought she didn’t need to pay attention to this issue, but all that changed. This info shows why breastfeeding is a feminist issue – and we really need more feminists to care about it.

Now this is what we call motivation!

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Something about working in the service industry makes people think it’s okay to mistreat you. Here are some tips for when work gets hard – and ways consumers can make it easier.

In a world filled with misogyny, children are taught to diet at terrifyingly early ages and women are perpetually assessed by oppressive, fatphobic, Eurocentric, patriarchal standards of beauty (as opposed to character or skill). Liz Boltz Ranfeld vows to break the cycle of fat-shaming by loving and celebrating her daughter regardless of weight or size.

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Think it’s wrong to self-diagnose her PTSD? Let’s talk about why you may be skeptical about self-diagnosis – and why it can useful for some folks with mental illness.

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Do you ever feel like everyone looks “perfect” on social media? There’s lots of pressure to come across that way – and this group of young people talks about how it affects them.