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4 Signs You’re Culturally Appropriating Buddhism – And Why It’s Important Not to
So you’re a fan of all things “zen” – but are you really hurting anyone by culturally appropriating Buddhism? Actually, yes – and here’s how.
Read MoreDon’t Say Identity Labels Put Me In a Box – It’s More Like a Garden!
“So many labels! Why do you want to put yourself in a box?” If you’ve wondered this about “identity politics,” this metaphor will help you get it.
Read MoreBack Off, Thin People – Here’s Why Body Positivity Wasn’t Made for You
Where’s the focus on thin women in body positivity movements? You can’t deny that these are good reasons why it’s missing.
Read MoreYou Can Still Be Transgender If You Don’t Feel Physical Dysphoria – Here’s Why
Has anyone ever implied that you’re “faking” being transgender because you don’t feel like you’re “born in the wrong body?” Here’s a comic that clears up what this myth gets wrong.
Read More4 Ways Our Media Antihero Worship Contributed to Donald Trump’s Rise to Power
Are you surprised by the violence at Donald Trump rallies? Check out these comparisons to TV characters like Walter White, Frank Underwood, and Tony Soprano, and you’ll understand how it can happen.
Read More11 Reasons Your Phony ‘Concern’ for Fat People’s Health Has Got to Stop
Skeptical about “glorifying obesity” with body positivity? Here’s why concern trolling fat people doesn’t make you a hero for anyone’s health.
Read MoreWhat It’s Like to Date When You Can’t Have Sex
“I felt like less of a woman.” Society tells us that men need sex – so what does that mean for a straight woman with medical conditions that rule out vaginal intercourse? Here’s how one woman struggled – and found out what she needs.
Read More4 Reasons People of Color Can’t Cater to White People’s Guilt – Or Their Tears
Have you ever encountered white guilt like this author did? Here are four good reasons why this author says “I can’t and won’t prioritize white tears, anger, and guilt.”
Read MoreNo, There Isn’t a Huge Crisis of Overdiagnosing Mental Illness and Disability– And Here’s Why
“Big Pharma is funding the misdiagnosis of mental illness so it can sell more drugs!” Here’s why this message is more complicated than you think – and who it’s hurting.
Read More3 Ways Polyamorous People Are Excluded in Queer Communities – And Why It’s Wrong
Queer communities are so important – but they can also be oppressive, and this article breaks down how excluding non-monogamous people means conforming to a harmful status quo instead of challenging it.
Read More8 Reasons You Want to Touch Black Women’s Hair – And Why They Mean You Shouldn’t
Ever wanted to touch a black woman’s hair? This author’s heard even your most well-meaning reasons, and here’s why they’re harmful.
Read MoreWhy the Dread in Dreadlocks Is Still a Factor When It Comes to Your Child’s Hair
Loc’ing sure isn’t easy – from the maintenance to the social stuff. Besides these four considerations, what do you think parents should ponder as they navigate this choice with their child?
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 More7 Lies That Can Make You Think It’s Okay to Judge Women Who Like Sex
If you’re feeling okay about judging a “promiscuous” woman because of these myths, you need to know the truth behind them.
Read MoreHow Romantic Comedies and Social Media Teach Folks That Stalking Is Okay If It’s in the Name of Love
It’s a go-to romcom staple: Boy likes girl, but girl doesn’t like him back. The determined boy will then spend the movie trying to convince the girl to give him a chance. And although audiences are supposed to cheer him on, the truth of the matter is that this trope actually portrays stalking behavior. And when we show stalking as romantic, we start blurring lines.
Read MoreMainstream Porn Has Taught You A Lot About Asian Female Sexuality – But It’s All a Direct Result of Racism
We know mainstream porn has some pretty unrealistic images, including false stereotypes. But do you know where stereotypes about Asian sexuality come from, and what they teach us about valuing (and devaluing) Asian bodies? Learn about the disturbing connection to colonization, to see how deep these misconceptions go, and why we must stop the colonization of bodies.
Read MoreIt’s Not All Glitter and Rainbows: 6 Harmful Myths About Coming Out
Perpetuating this mainstream coming-out narrative can bring a lot of problems, especially for people who don’t have mainstream privileges. It even hurts people who do. We need to broaden our focus towards resisting the system-wide oppression we all face – and breaking free of a problematic narrative. So let’s unpack some of the harmful myths of this mainstream narrative.
Read More4 Reasons Why We Should Stop Stigmatizing Women’s Body Hair
News flash: Women have body hair. Armpits, legs, genitals — even faces. And it’s become a widely accepted rule that they must remove this hair. Some women choose to do this freely, and some women choose to defy this standard. But the stigma runs even deeper than that. Here are four harmful side effects of body hair stigma that you may have overlooked.
Read MoreThat’s Not Who I Am: Calling Out and Challenging Stereotypes of Asian Americans
Asian America: It’s a land of stereotypes — at least, according to television and film. Unfortunately, these stereotypes too often fall under the popular radar and aren’t discussed or acknowledged as much as they should be. I want to get the discussion started. I’d like to examine three of the most pervasive Asian stereotypes we see so often in mainstream media.
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.
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