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5 Questions to Ask Yourself If You Think Your Partner Is Toxic
“Despite it all, I loved him – and that love was not enough.” How can you tell if your partner is healthy for you? Here’s some guidance that can help.
Read MoreIs It Your Responsibility to Educate a Person You’re Dating On Race and Racism?
Ever had a partner who just didn’t “get it” when the topic of race comes up? Here are some common scenarios you might come across – and how to deal.
Read MoreHave These Lies Taught You It’s Okay to Body Shame? Here’s Why They’re Wrong
You might think you’re being helpful when you comment on other people’s bodies, but that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Read MoreI’m Autistic. Here Are 5 Ways You Can Support Me at Work.
Employers should want their workplaces to be inclusive and adaptive. Research shows that autistic employees are an asset, and beyond that, we’re also people and we should be treated with respect and empathy.
Read More5 Unhelpful Things People Say to Trivialize Mental Health Issues
#2: “There’s no use being upset.” If you try these comments to help someone with mental health issues, it’ll probably backfire – so here’s what to say instead.
Read MoreWhy Keeping to Yourself and Ignoring Strangers Is Not the Way to Fight Rape Culture
This story of street harassment isn’t just about the person who assaulted me. It’s also about how other people witnessed my attack and did nothing.
Read More5 Totally Normal Questions Transgender People May Be Afraid to Ask, Answered
Society has a specific idea of the trans experience – and it doesn’t leave much room for honest conversations about what trans people are going through. If you’ve had these questions, this author has the validation you deserve.
Read More6 Ways Parents Can Address Bullying
If you’re a parent of a school-aged child, it’s likely that you’ve been affected by bullying. With approximately 30% of students reporting being bullied and far more being peripherally affected or even traumatized by bullying, it’s a weighing concern on parents’ minds. That’s why I wanted to offer a quick read for parents who are concerned about it.
Read MoreHow to Support Your Young, Indigenous Daughter in Fighting Hypersexualization
The hypersexualization of indigenous women is at the forefront of oppression. So what can parents do to wade through this with them?
Read More5 Ways to Share Your Fitness Life on Social Media More Thoughtfully
It’s okay to practice fitness in whatever way feels good to you – so it can be frustrating to be told that posting about your self-care might be triggering. This author gets it, and has some great strategies to help.
Read MoreEating Disorder Recovery Advocacy Is Usually Fatphobic – Here Are 4 Ways to Start Fixing That
The campaign this author came up with sounds like a good idea – but once you realize how it feels to fat people, you’ll know why we all need to do better.
Read More5 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Somebody Dealing with Anxiety
Saying the second one always seems like it’s helpful – until you find out what it’s like to hear it.
Read MoreMental Illness and Sexism: What Calling Women ‘Crazy’ Actually Does
Think about the last time you called someone crazy (to their face or behind their back). What message were you trying to send? I’m sure it wasn’t a positive one. Was the “crazy” person a woman? I wouldn’t be shocked. It would be hypocritical of me to shame you for it, because we’ve all done it. That’s why it’s important that we discuss it now.
Read More4 Things You Need to Know Before Planning a Vacation to Hawaii
Your dreams of a Hawaii vacation might include pristine beaches and grass skirts. But your trip would be even better if you know the real history of Hawaii – and how to leave oppression out of your plans.
Read MoreWhy White People Shouldn’t Impose Their Feelings Into Conversations on Race
What should white allies do with their feelings in racial justice conversations? Here are four good reasons not to let them get in the way.
Read MoreWhat Privilege Really Means (And Doesn’t Mean) – To Clear Up Your Doubts Once and For All
Ever felt upset when someone said you had privilege? That probably means you believe one of these myths. Let’s clear up what your privilege really means.
Read MoreWhat People Accusing You of ‘Playing the Victim’ Need to Know About Activism
Should we stop talking about struggle so we can just “get over” it? People who accuse you of having a “victim complex” might say so, but here’s Kat Blaque’s great reply.
Read MoreIncredible Young Poets Get Real About Growing Up in the US
Here’s the devastating truth about growing up in the US. We all know about the lessons we learn in school, but what’s missing from our history books? As these young women tell it, “The greatest lessons are the ones you don’t remember learning.” Since we don’t hear the brutal truth about injustice in history books, check out the stunning lessons in this poem.
Read MoreHow to Say What You Feel
Have you ever wanted to say something to your partner, friend, or family member, but just couldn’t get the words out? Here are some ideas if you’re itching to begin.
Read MoreCat Calling: The Difference Between How Perpetrators Versus Targeted People Experience It
In this humorous video, W. Kamau Bell juxtaposes the perspectives of people who experience cat-calling with those who perpetuate it. The victimizers argue that it is a compliment and makes the people they harm feel better about themselves. Those who are victimized tell a completely different story — one of frustration, exhaustion, violation, and terror.
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