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20+ Resources to Help You Process After the Election of Donald Trump
Many of us are reeling after last night’s election results. Whether you need to process with others or just take a moment for yourself, these resources are a place to start.
Read MoreThe Beginning Black Feminist’s Guide to Feminism Without the Anti-Black Bullsh*t
Being a Black feminist can sometimes feel isolating, but here are some options for a practice that’s right for you. Do any of these speak to what feminism means to you?
Read MoreNeed Help Dealing with Trolls? These Feminists Have 5 Ideas
Dealing with trolls can make going online a nightmare. Which strategy do you use?
Read More7 Reasons We Have to Stop Treating ‘Poor’ Like a Bad Word
Do you believe any of the common myths perpetuating the stigma on poor people? Too many feminists forget about class in their activism – and here’s why we’ve got to stop the stigma, for everyone.
Read MoreA Request From Your Fat Friend: What I Need When We Talk About Bodies
When you’re talking about bodies as if being fat is a terrible fate, think about how that feels for your fat friends. This moving request will really put it in perspective for you.
Read MoreGet Mad When Folks Ask You to Be Scent-Free? Here Are 8 Things to Consider
When you think of them this way, these common arguments against going scent-free really don’t hold up.
Read MoreHow I’m Facing the Power I Hold As a Parent – And Becoming a More Feminist Parent
It’s hard to sit with not being a “perfect” parent. Here’s how recognizing oppression at home can help – and how you can show yourself some more compassion.
Read More4 Ways to Come Out as Fat
As a fat person, I am often surrounded by people, messages, and media that work to ensure that I know that being fat is (supposedly) not okay. There are many ways that fat individuals try to manage living in the hostile environment, but I want to suggest doing something a little radical: coming out as fat. Here are some places to start.
Read MoreDo You Pull Your Hair or Pick Your Skin? How to Cope With Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania
The urge to pull at your hair or pick at your skin – does this sound familiar to you or anyone you know? This comic has what you need to know about trichotillomania and excoriation disorder (also known as dermatillomania).
Read MoreOne Man’s Journey: How I Stopped Watching Porn for One Year and Why I’m Not Going Back
Fascinated by this world of unleashed sexual expression, the author of this article couldn’t get enough of it. He thought he’d outgrow his porn habit over time, but he never did. He didn’t know it then, but porn had become an addiction. He didn’t realize how much watching porn manipulated his mind, warping his sexuality, numbing hi feelings, and impacting his relationships with women. Read this personal narrative to find out how he overcame his addiction and got to a healthier place.
Read MoreWhat Fat-Shamers Are Really Saying When They Bully and Harass Fat People
“Being fat could harm your health!” We come across these fat-shaming comments all the time – and this sarcastic comic reveals why fat-shamers aren’t being helpful or insightful like they think.
Read More26 Comments That Show Just How Misogynistic Men Can Get on YouTube
Have you ever had to deal with comments like these? They’re horrifying – but Marina Watanabe’s using the hashtag #YouTubeMisogyny to fight back, and her smart comebacks could help you deal, too.
Read MoreWhy Rachel Dolezal’s Fake ‘Transracial’ Identity Is Nothing Like Being Transgender – Take It From a Black Trans Woman Who Knows
What do you think of the story of #RachelDolezal, the white woman exposed for pretending to be Black? Wondering about the difference between being “transracial” and transgender? Kat Blaque breaks down the truth – and she’s spot on about what so many people are getting wrong.
Read MoreI’m Losing Tons of Friends Fighting Racism – And I’m Totally Okay with That
Disagreeing over racism isn’t just a matter of a “difference of opinion.” You’ll understand why after reading what this author’s had to deal with.
Read More3 Ways Men Wanting to ‘Focus On Her Pleasure’ During Sex Can Still Be Sexist
Why would hearing a guy say “I love giving a woman pleasure!” make this author cringe? We’re all for women’s pleasure, but these are great points about how it can be sexist – and solid advice for you if this feels familiar.
Read MoreThe Real Deal On Body Acceptance
Body acceptance is not about disregarding your health. Its about loving and accepting your body and wanting to take care of it. There is no such thing as a “good” or “bad” body, and it is important to listen to your body and all the signs and signals it provides you. Accept yourself and your beautiful form, and this will encourage those you interact with to love their bodies as well.
Read MoreA Hilarious Take on What White People Really Mean by ‘Where Are You From?’
“But where are you really from?” When comedian Hari Kondabolu gets this question, apparently “New York” isn’t the answer people are looking for. If you can relate, you’ll love his funny idea on how to deal.
Read MoreAwesome Images of Queer Women in History
It’s so revolutionary to see loving and joyful images of queer women—especially when they are a part of a historical archive. It is an empowering reminder that, in spite of the homophobic misogyny our elders and chosen ancestors had to endure, they still fell in love, created art, marched the streets, and built community with each other. Check out these photos.
Read MoreMass-Producing Heteronormalism Leads to a Better Capitalist Society
Capitalism! Love it or hate, that’s the economy we rely on in America. Capitalism affects every aspect of our lives in very unique and complicated ways. It fuels industries like film, television, print, and digital media. It fuels — well, everything, including an atmosphere of homophobia and heternormalism in the media.
Read MoreThis White Mom and Black Son Never Talked About Race – Until This Horrific Traffic Stop
“I thought that love would conquer all and skin color really didn’t matter.” Here’s the animated true story of how everything changed – including their “colorblind” views. Have you ever had a reality check like this one?
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