Search results for: sex talk
5 Hidden Consequences of Men Mansplaining in Sports
These examples of mansplaining in sports are cringeworthy. But do you know the real impact this condescending habit is having?
Read MoreNot All Transgender People Have Dysphoria – And Here Are 6 Reasons Why That Matters
If you thought all trans people have this experience with their bodies, you’re not alone – even this author was skeptical at first. But you’ve got to find out what he learned for a deeper understanding of trans lives.
Read MoreWhen You Insist on Calling Us ‘Half-Siblings,’ This Is What I Hear
“Why would I diminish who they are to me?” These common ideas about half-siblings show that you might be influenced by “traditional family values” more than you think.
Read MoreWomen DJs Provide Us With Great Music — We Need to Make Sure Clubs Treat Them Fairly.
Though we’ve seen a push in the industry to diversify DJ lineups in the last few years, historically women and marginalized communities have a harder time making headway in the field.
Read MoreThe Neurobiology of a Break-Up: 5 Things to Expect (And How to Get Through)
In a society that rejects us, feminism gives us is the revolutionary practice of self-care as a vehicle toward self-acceptance. But in the midst of a break-up, we often forget to prioritize that. So here is what you need to know about what’s happening with your brain chemistry during a break-up and how best to nurture yourself over the process.
Read More4 Compassionate Ways to Support Black Folks After Racist Tragedies
How should white allies support Black folks after racist violence like police brutality? This guide will help you avoid common mistakes and provide real support in times of tragedy.
Read MoreWhy White People Saying the N-Word Isn’t the Same as Black People Saying ‘Cracker’
Is it just an unfair double standard of who “gets to say racial slurs?” Nope – here’s what you need to know about the difference between the n-word and “cracker.”
Read More5 Ways Anti-Queer Oppression Creates Toxic Friendship Behaviors (And What To Do About It)
Do you recognize these reasons that our queer families can take on unhealthy dynamics? Find out why you deserve to change it – and how.
Read More5 Reasons Why Urban Youth Don’t Have Access to STEM (And How You Can Change That)
When I was applying to engineering schools as a high school senior, I had no idea what I was in for. And the thing is, neither did any of my advisers. Unfortunately, this is the reality of many inner-city urban schools like the one I attended. When it comes to urban youth, we are not providing them with the tools to find success in STEM. But that can change.
Read MoreIf Gender Didn’t Exist, Would Trans People?
As feminists, we’re trying to eradicate harmful gender norms. Have you ever wondered if that means accepting trans people perpetuates gender stereotypes? Kat Blaque gets this question a lot, and here’s her smart answer.
Read More10 Examples of Walking Privilege That All Walking People Should Acknowledge
If you have the ongoing ability to walk, you probably haven’t noticed all these ways wheelchair users are marginalized. Here’s how this form of ability privilege shows up – and why it’s important to think about.
Read MoreHow to Support a Trans Survivor of Domestic Violence
You know that not only does domestic violence in the trans community play out in slightly different ways, but trans survivors often face obstacles when trying to access resources. It’s not easy to approach a loved one about their abusive relationship. But you don’t need to be an expert. You just need to be there.
Read More8 Tips for Coming Out as Non-Binary
Coming out as non-binary comes with a host of challenges. But it is possible to come out, and these tips can help.
Read MoreEver Been Told You’re ‘Too Pretty to Be a Lesbian?’ Here Are 3 Ways to Respond
Let’s be real: “You’re too pretty to be gay” isn’t really a compliment. This author’s got some hilarious commentary on why – and some effective strategies for dealing with the awkwardness.
Read MoreYour Internalized Dominance Is Showing: A Call-In to White Feminists Who Believe That #AllLivesMatter
From birth, those of us with privileged identities, such as being a man or white, are socialized to believe that all the opportunities we get are a result of individual merit. This is the fuel with which the oppression monster feeds itself, and it is something that we feminists — especially those of us who are white feminists — must unlearn to truly combat oppression.
Read More3 Everyday Ways That Men Tone Police Women
“You’re being too emotional.” Have you ever experienced or participated in these common ways of tone policing women? This information from Celia Edell can help us put a stop to it.
Read More5 Ways to Negotiate for the Paycheck You Deserve When You Work for a Sexist Company
Women, and particularly women of color, find themselves between a rock and a hard place when it comes to getting paid. The wage gap plays a detrimental role in women’s lives as they are systemically cheated out of money they should be receiving. But there are ways to ask for what you deserve and leave your boss wondering why they waited so long to give it to you!
Read More5 Tactics That Fight Gentrification While Boosting Community Development
The term gentrification has become a buzzword to describe so many things— top knots, beards, an influx of microbreweries or cheese shops. What’s downplayed is how absolutely threatening and dangerous it is. The pervasive threat of violence hangs in the distance between the kitchen tables of hurting families who are being pushed out of their…
Read More3 Reasons Why We Blame the ‘Other Woman’ – And Why We Need to Stop
You know the “blame the other woman” dynamic when a woman gets cheated on. But do you realize why this dynamic shows up? Here are some of the big reasons – and why they’re anti-feminist.
Read MoreThe Fix-a-Feeling Dilemma: How to Be There for Someone During an Emotionally Difficult Time
I get particularly unnerved when I can’t readily identify the fix-a-feeling brew for a loved one’s emotional ailment. But I’ve learned over the years that every bit of the energy you create with your friend as they work through their emotional struggle, can serve as part of their elixir for healing their hurt – if you can just be there without fixating on the fix.
Read More