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10 Tips to Remember If You Have Borderline Personality Disorder
It can be scary to be diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) – and the stigma sure doesn’t help. Find some hope with these encouraging reminders.
Read MoreHere’s What Every Sexually Active Survivor Deserves in Their Sex Life
“I deserve connection.” It can be tough to feel safe having sex after surviving sexual assault. These are good reminders for both you and your partner(s).
Read MoreA Much-Needed Letter to a Very Sexually Active Teenager
Were you or are you a sexually active teenager? This author wrote some loving affirmation and advice to her younger self, and it’s a refreshing rejection of society’s sex-shaming.
Read MoreHere’s What Happens When We Erase Bisexuality – And How You Can Be a Better Ally
Do you know what it’s like to be bisexual when people assume you must be gay or straight? This article breaks down the damaging result of bi erasure, and shows how to be a better ally to bisexual people.
Read More6 Unexpected Ways I’ve Healed From Gaslighting Abuse and Learned to Trust Myself Again
Gaslighting makes you doubt your own memory and perceptions – which can feel impossible to recover from. This author found some surprising ways to heal, and she hopes these tips can help you, too.
Read More8 Warning Signs Your Partner is Actually Really Sexist
You might be used to encountering sexism on a daily basis without really noticing – but if these sound familiar for your relationship, you deserve to have something done about it.
Read MoreA Love Letter to All The Feminists Who Don’t ‘Look Like’ Feminists
Do you fit the internal stereotypes of what a feminist supposedly “looks” like? We don’t all need to be the same kind of feminist, and this ode to the “uncool kids” of feminism is for you.
Read More4 Important Lessons Mental Health Recovery Has Taught Me
We’ve shared many stories about struggling with mental health – but how many have you read about recovery? This author shares why “recovery” is a bit of a misnomer, but the process has brought some crucial insights.
Read More5 Essential Things to Remember When You Respond to Getting Called Out Online
How do you feel when you’re criticized or called out for something you’ve said or shared online? Considering these thoughts before you reply can help you find the most effective, self-sustaining response.
Read More5 Harmful Myths the Ethically Non-Monogamous Community Needs to Address
Know anyone so fed up with the lack of ethics in non-monogamy that they’ve given it up? This author’s tempted to be one of them. Let’s unpack the assumptions that can make this community an unethical place to be.
Read More8 Tips for Trans Women of Color Who Are Considering Suicide
“Sometimes, it is all you can do to keep yourself breathing.” If you’re a trans woman of color who’s thinking about suicide, you’re not alone. Here are the lessons that helped this author keep breathing, even on the hardest days.
Read More6 Steps Towards Whole-Heartedly Loving Yourself as a Feminine Gay Man
This author once believed the toxic messages that feminine gay men are undesirable and unlovable. These strategies helped him love himself – and they can remind you that you’re worth loving, too.
Read More3 Tell-Tale Signs It’s Time to Drop That Friend and Focus on Your Own Well-Being
If a certain name (or names) popped into your head when you read the title of this article, it’s time to take those creeping thoughts seriously. These tips can help you figure out if your friendship is worth keeping.
Read More7 Ways to Let Your Child Fail – So They Can Ultimately Succeed
You probably think you’re being helpful if you “fix” things like this author’s parents did. But here are some ways to actually help your children become healthy adults – even if doing the opposite feels better.
Read MorePeople Reveal Their Deepest Insecurities Around Being Trans
These touching stories say a lot about how long our society has to go in building safety and support for trans communities. Find out how these people are dealing, and if you can relate, their advice might help.
Read MoreSexual Assault Survivors Share Beautiful Love Letters to Themselves and Others
“The sun will shine again.” These #SurvivorLoveLetters are so powerful – we hope you find them as inspiring as we do.
Read More4 Affirmations for Women Learning to Love Their Transness
Do you have examples of what self-love for trans women looks like? Even most of the “Love Your Body” talk fails to address your struggles. So here are some uplifting reminders just for you.
Read More5 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 More3 Lies We Need to Stop Telling About ‘Negative People’
It’s reasonable to cut ties with people who are abusive or toxic, but how can we make sure that doesn’t turn into ostracizing people who struggle with mental illnesses like depression? Let’s start with unlearning these lies.
Read MoreI Am Enough: 3 Strategies for LGBTQIA+ People Dealing with Family Rejection
LGBTQIA+ people, particularly youth, are one of the groups most affected by family rejection, a painful experience to endure. Here are a few strategies to help you cope.
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