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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!

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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.

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.

Can you imagine being in her brother’s position at work? Men of color are literally being killed because of these stereotypes.

“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.

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.

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One simple sentence can have a dangerous impact – but read this to see how you can refuse to put up with it.

Ever thought about the benefits that come with being perceived as physically average? This will put it in perspective.

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.

Ever feel like trying to be a good man is almost impossible? It might not be as complicated as you think.

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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.

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“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.

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.

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!

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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?

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.

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.

It’s a scary time to be an undocumented immigrant in the US. These affirmations can help you transform your fear into powerful resistance.

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?

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It’s so cool to have hard data that shows what diversity can do. These results are incredible.