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If Lesbians Said What Straight People Say
There are a lot of great things about being a lesbian–but the invasive comments from straight people isn’t one of them. Hypersexualization, dismissiveness, and self-indulgence are just a few of the things lesbians encounter from straight people. Check out this hilarious parody video to see what it would sound like if the roles were reversed!
Read More6 Questions Not to Ask a Pregnant Trans Person
When this author became pregnant, he got all kinds of insensitive questions – and many people didn’t realize they were being hurtful. Here’s what you should avoid asking a pregnant trans person.
Read More5 Ways Amatonormativity Sets Harmful Relationship Norms For Us All
Aromantic people know that society’s norms for romantic relationships don’t apply to everyone. But these norms affect all of us, whether we’re romantic or not, and here’s how they’re hurting us.
Read More4 Racist Stereotypes White Patriarchy Invented to ‘Protect’ White Womanhood
Can you imagine being in her brother’s position at work? Men of color are literally being killed because of these stereotypes.
Read MoreWhy Your Fat Friend Doesn’t Need Your Health Concern – And What to Do Instead
“I just want you to be healthy.” If you think you’re being helpful by showing concern for your fat friend’s health, you really need to read this.
Read More5 Facts That Will Absolutely Infuriate You About Police and Racist Violence
This summary about racist police brutality lets the facts speak for themselves – and they show loud and clear why you should be outraged by the killing of Alton Sterling and other victims.
Read MoreWhy People Shouldn’t Tell You That ‘You Took That Wrong’ (And 4 Ways You Can Respond)
One simple sentence can have a dangerous impact – but read this to see how you can refuse to put up with it.
Read More3 Unfair Ways Being Perceived as Physically Average Privileges and Protects You
Ever thought about the benefits that come with being perceived as physically average? This will put it in perspective.
Read MoreSad Spinsters And Crazy Cat Ladies: Why Society Shames Single Women And Why We Should Celebrate The Single Life Instead
We are products of a lifetime of gendered social messages that tell us that every woman needs a man – that to not have one, even for a moment, is a failure at womanhood. Aside from all the overt sexism, the idea that being single sucks is flat out WRONG. So here are a few ways that being single is good for you and a viable life choice if you want to.
Read MoreWhy Is It So Hard To Be a Good Man?
Ever feel like trying to be a good man is almost impossible? It might not be as complicated as you think.
Read More11 Situations You Take for Granted Every Day That Prove the World Is Cissexist
When you realize #8 and #9 are both true, you’ll see how messed up these things are – and most of us don’t even think twice about them.
Read More4 Ways to Center Trans Women in Reproductive Justice
“No one in the reproductive movement is talking about this.” Do you know about the possibilities for trans women’s reproduction? This author’s experience was infuriating – but with these tips, we can do something about it.
Read MoreHere’s Why Refusing to ‘See Color’ Doesn’t Actually Mean You’re Not Racist
Do you think saying that you “don’t see race” means you’re not part of the problem? These points will make you think again about taking a “colorblind” approach.
Read MoreThe Neurobiology Behind All of the Ridiculous Things You Do When You’re in Love
So let’s explain love. Let’s explain that fervor – with neurobiology! Why that may seen unromantic, it’s important to us as people and as feminists. We deserve full comprehension and control of our bodies. Instead of being driven by our body’s reactions, we can see them as just hormones flowing through our bodies – and not as the undeniable truth!
Read MoreAre You Body-Positive, But Struggling with Binge Eating? Here Are 4 Ways to Support Yourself
Trying to be body-positive is hard enough without the complications of binge eating disorder. How can you celebrate “Eat what you want!” while also recognizing that you can’t?
Read More10 Things Trans Activists and Allies Need to Remember That Have Nothing to Do With Caitlyn Jenner
When someone brings up Caitlyn Jenner as a model trans person, it can actually be a great prompt for expanding the conversation. Here are some ways to help shift our society’s focus from supporting only trans folk who are deemed “acceptable” to addressing cissexism and gender-based oppression.
Read More9 Signs That Your Body Positivity Could Be More Open-Minded
Think fat people are “okay” as long as they’re healthy? That’s just one of the signs that you’re not as body positive as you might think.
Read More10 Affirmations to Help Undocumented Immigrants Turn Panic into Resistance
It’s a scary time to be an undocumented immigrant in the US. These affirmations can help you transform your fear into powerful resistance.
Read MoreWhen You’ve Internalized Racism as Self-Hate, Connecting with Your Ethnicity Can Change Everything – Like It Did for this Korean-American Woman
This author’s story of coming out as Korean-American can touch anyone who ever thought they were less valuable because they weren’t white. Can you relate?
Read MoreYou Know Diversity Is Important – Now Check Out 3 Ways Science Backs That Up
It’s so cool to have hard data that shows what diversity can do. These results are incredible.
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