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Yes, You Still Have Thin Privilege If You ‘Worked For’ Your Body – Here’s Why
Many forms of privilege are based on things you’re born with – so if you’ve “worked for” your body, does thin privilege still count? Here’s how it works.
Read MoreIt’s Okay to Be Alone: Achieving Self-Empowerment Through Solitude
Some are baffled by those of us who make the choice to be alone. Others think aloneness means something’s wrong with you or that you’re self-centered. Here’s a more empowering perspective. Read about this author’s practice of deliberately spending time alone to see how you can grow your self-confidence all on your own – without needing anyone else to complete you.
Read MoreHow to Tell If Your Child Is Bullying Others (And What to Do About It)
Most parents don’t want to believe that their child is capable of doing anything wrong — especially bullying others. But the truth is, this denial is only making the problem worse. Parents and guardians are the ones who have to face the reality of bullying, and take charge against it. Here are some helpful tips on how to begin this difficult process.
Read MoreAre You Poor, or Just Broke? 3 Ways to Tell the Difference
The difference between being poor and being broke is important. Here’s why it matters if you recognize that difference – and how to tell what language is right for you.
Read MoreHow to Exercise Our Right to Defend Ourselves without Being Victim-Blaming
Women get tons of useless advice about how to “protect” ourselves. Whether or not we follow the advice, we’re still blamed for our own assaults. We all have the right to assert our boundaries, but saying that we can defend ourselves sounds like victim-blaming. So how do we reconcile those two messages? One way is through feminist, empowerment-based self-defense.
Read MoreIt’s Not Just Sadness: How to Tell If You Might Have Depression
Do you know how depression shows up? Misunderstandings of depression symptoms might have you miss some of these signs.
Read More9 Ways Privileged People Can Reduce the Negative Impact of Gentrification
What many of us see is a subtle, nuanced version of gentrification, in which not every change is bad and there aren’t any obvious heroes or villains. But just because something doesn’t look like a problem doesn’t mean it’s not a problem. So we can choose to enjoy the colorful, “revitalized” façade of our shiny new neighborhoods – or we can peek behind the curtain.
Read More3 Ways to Keep Yourself Safe When You’re Not Ready to Leave Your Abusive Partner
When she was being abused, she only found advice on how to leave an abusive partner. But if you’re not ready to leave, here are some tips on how to care for yourself in these difficult times.
Read More9 Phrases Allies Can Say When Called Out Instead of Getting Defensive
Defensiveness seems to be the most common response to getting called out – and allies aren’t saying these phrases nearly enough.
Read MoreShould Light-Skinned People of Color Voluntarily Exclude Ourselves from People of Color Spaces?
Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could get all the cool stuff that Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) get? Like… Richly artistic cultures that have been setting trends in music, dance, art, and fashion for hundreds of years Ancient and powerful cultural and spiritual practices passed down through generations Seasoned food Without all…
Read More‘You’re So Fat’ – The Startling Mechanics of How We Learn to Insult Each Other
Ever witnessed a kid saying a putdown like this one? This author’s reaction can teach all of us about how we judge each other – and how to encourage each other to stop.
Read MoreThese 3 Sweet Love Stories Show Why Black Trans Love Is So Revolutionary
Is someone chopping onions in here, or is it these amazing couples bringing tears to our eyes?
Read More7 Ways to Practice Self-Care Around Your Abortion
Whatever you’re feeling about your abortion is valid. These practical self-care tips can help you before, during, and after the process.
Read More4 Things You’ve Thought About Hijabis That Are Completely Wrong
These ideas are so common – do any of them match what you think about hijab? This info can make you think twice about your assumptions and help you be a better ally to Muslim women.
Read More7 Trans Media Tropes That Need to Stop
Transgender narratives are popular these days. In a way, that’s really cool – recognition of trans existence is a great step toward being treated like we’re actually human. But quite a bit of transness is being capitalized on by cisgender people. We’re being used. So here’s a list of tropes that need to end to help trans people take our representation back.
Read More3 Ways Biphobia Hurts Bisexual People’s Mental Health
“It’s just a phase.” You’ve probably come across negative bisexual stereotypes – but do you know how they affect the mental health of bisexual people? This article shows how you can help, and why it’s so important to do so.
Read More5 Reasons Our ‘Sons’ Need Feminism, Too
It may be obvious why girls need feminism – but what about boys (or children assumed to be boys)? Here are good reasons to share feminism with your sons.
Read More6 Things White People Can Do To Reach Friends and Family Members to End Racism
Originally published on Medium and republished here with the author’s permission. All across America, people are wondering what to do to stop the rising tide of fascism and many feel powerless and frustrated. I posted on social media that white people need to do more and specifically to reach those white men marching with torches, chanting Nazi slogans. They…
Read MoreHere Are 4 Ways to Navigate Whiteness and Feminism – Without Being a White Feminist (TM)
“Some White Feminists™ treat race the way everyone at Hogwarts treated the name ‘Voldemort.’” Here’s how to avoid being part of the problem (and, hint: the problem isn’t whiteness, it’s white supremacy).
Read More6 Steps to Dealing With a Friend Who Dressed Up as an ‘Indian’ for Halloween
So your friend wore a culturally appropriative costume. Now what? Dr. Adrienne Keene’s insightful tips on how to respond to someone dressed as an Indian – and why it matters.
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