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What to Do About Paranoia
Do you experience paranoia? This comic has some guidance that can help.
Read More20+ Struggles Mentally Ill People Face in Colleges and Universities
Dealing with the symptoms of mental illness can be hard enough – and these examples of ableism on campus make college even tougher for students.
Read MoreAn Affirming Help Guide for Living with Schizophrenia
It can be hard to find resources to help you cope with symptoms of schizophrenia like hallucinations and paranoia. But you’re in luck – here are some supportive ideas!
Read More40 Things That Don’t Actually Make You Closed-Minded
Do people say you’re being intolerant of other views by caring about social justice? Then these reminders will make your day.
Read MoreThe Trouble With Rape Jokes And 3 Tips for Surviving Them
Rape jokes are just not funny. They can be traumatizing and anyone around you may be a survivor without you knowing it. To see why these jokes continue, we need to understand how sexual violence is made insignificant and normalized, the ways we contribute to rape culture, and how to address people who make them. And most importantly, we need to take care of ourselves when it happens.
Read MoreWhat’s It Like Dating a Feminist?
What’s it’s like to date a feminist? Here’s an honest interview with someone who knows: boyfriend of self-described part-time feminist vlogger, full-time sass machine Marina Watanabe. Even if you’re familiar with feminist dating, you’ll want to catch his hilarious answers to her hard-hitting questions and get a little more enlightened about everyday feminist life.
Read More5 Ways to Build Empathy In Our Communities
As social creatures, we thrive in community and rely on each other for our very survival and use empathy to connect and build that community. But we train empathy out of our bodies by shielding our eyes to what we do not want to see – ignoring the raw humanity and need that is right in front of us, that would make us ache if we would only let it. This has an impact on us as individuals and as a community.
Read MoreThe Science of Self-Compassion (And Why We Need More of It!)
Studies show that people who have compassion for themselves are happier, more optimistic, and more grateful than those who are harder on themselves. Here’s how can you start!
Read More5 Reasons Not to Bring Up ‘Health Concerns’ in Fat Acceptance Discussions
From magazines plastered with the latest stars’ weight gain, to diet ads featuring people grabbing and pinching their flesh, the message is clear: “Fat is bad and you better do something about it.” The way people justify this contempt is bringing up concerns about “health” and individual responsibility explanations. But these explanations fall flat. Here’s why.
Read More5 Tips for Self-Care in a Culture That Glorifies Stress
We often view being busy and worn out as a sign of being “productive” – so how can you prioritize taking care of yourself? These practical tips can help.
Read More6 Things a Feminist Woman Who Dates Men Should Look For on a First Date
How do you know if a new guy will respect you as an equal? These questions will help you figure it out early on so you don’t waste your time.
Read MoreWhat Does Being Emotionally Healthy Look Like?
I had learned that it was “best” to seem healthier or present a plastic version than to reveal the real, hurting me. But inside, I felt fried, blitzed, scattered. At some point, I decided that I had had enough of that. It needed to stop. I needed to change. But I wasn’t even sure what my image of emotional healthiness was. Here are some ways I learned that worked for me and may work for you.
Read MoreThe Agonizing Barriers to Eating ‘Responsibly’
You’ve heard about organic food – eating it is good for you and the planet. But what about when you just need to eat because you’re hungry? This spoken word piece tells the story of one of the millions of American children living with the risk of not having food each day. Step into his shoes to understand the bigger picture about economic and food justice.
Read MoreWhy Dove’s Latest “Real Beauty” Video Gets It All Wrong
The premise is that women are their own worst enemies, focusing on their worst physical qualities. A sketch artist draws them based on their descriptions, then redraws them based on the description of others. When they see the side-by-side comparison, they realize that they’re more beautiful than they thought. That may sound inspiring, but it doesn’t work for a number of reasons. Here are five.
Read MoreHow Getting Diagnosed as Schizoaffective Bipolar Helped Save My Life
This artist was really hesitant to seek mental health care, but finally getting it changed her life. This comic tells the story of why she calls her diagnosis the best thing that ever happened to her.
Read MoreHow Our Schools Teach White Supremacy to Latinx Children
“They didn’t have a wheel.” Do you know about the degrading difference between history lessons on Europeans and the “lessons” about everyone else? You’ve got to read this perspective.
Read MoreThe Truth Can Get a Little Hairy: Reflections on Body Hair, Feminism, and Trans Identity
Body hair is perfectly normal, so why do we get the message that it’s disgusting and unhygienic? The idea that people can monitor and police other people’s bodies is really messed up. Take it from this author, whose transition taught him that no one’s body fits expectations. Read about his love for his body and get inspired to love your own wild and lovely self.
Read MoreHow to Survive College When You Have a Mental Disorder
Are you struggling to get through college while dealing with a mental disorder? You’re not the only one – and these practical tips can help.
Read More6 Ways to Love Yourself When You’re Undocumented in the US
When you’re constantly the subject of laws and media speculation, undocumented folks can use some self-love to get through. We hope these tips help.
Read MoreWhen Female Politicians Become Victims of Their Own Fashion
There is something else lurking below the surface that is making things even tougher for women to get – and stay – elected. And it’s hiding behind a friendly grin: that casual comment about the outfit she’s wearing or that mention of her hairstyle. Simply put: Discuss a female candidate’s appearance in the media, and you steal some of her political credibility.
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