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I Think My Loved One Has an Eating Disorder — Now What?
I remember it more clearly than I want to – the memory of being forced to acknowledge the illness that my diet had spiraled into. We were at a pizza place, my friend Rob* and I. Despite everything that was going on,the only topic that I had energy to talk about was calories. A grimace passed Rob’s face, and he looked me right in the eye when he said: “I think you have a problem.”
Read MorePeople of Color Can’t Cure Your Racism, But Here Are 5 Things You Can Do Instead
Even when you’re intentional about anti-racist work, you’ll make mistakes. That’s normal, but there’s a difference between a sincere mistake and a lack of effort. It’s up to you to make an effort to unlearn oppressive attitudes, and you can’t just rely on someone else to cure you of your racism. Here’s why – with basic steps you can take to make a big difference.
Read More8 Things You Need To Know About The Uncertain State of Trans Employment Under Trump
The trans community needs official institutions tasked with protecting our rights as individuals, especially from those that wish to marginalize us from our jobs and careers.
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 More4 Things You Can Do Today to Stop ‘Disabling’ My Daughter
“Is the problem behavior yours – or theirs?” Adults need to be aware of their bias towards disabled children – and these insights can help.
Read MoreThe Wage Gap Has Everything to Do With Sexism (Even Though People Think It Doesn’t)
It may seem pretty obvious that the considerable gender wage gap in this country is an issue of institutionalized sexism. And yet, there are those who argue that women get paid less than men because they “make different choices than men.” Here’s a comic for anyone who’s ever tried to make that argument.
Read More6 Reasons You May Think #OscarsSoWhite Is No Big Deal – And Why It Absolutely Is
#OscarsSoWhite is trending, but is a celebrity awards show really the way to aim for equality? Check out the answers to the questions you’ve been asking, and see why media diversity’s more important than you might think.
Read More‘You’re Pretty When You Smile’: 5 Reasons Compliments Are More Complicated Than You Think
We get it. It can be hard sometimes to understand the difference between catcalling and complimenting people. But what it really comes down to is respect – and you’re usually better off saying nothing at all. This article is to help those who have the best intentions, but are struggling with understanding when it’s appropriate to approach someone in public.
Read More6 Things People Love to Say About Homelessness That Are Completely Wrong
#2: “If I give homeless people money, they’ll just buy drugs or alcohol.” If you believe these common ideas about homelessness, here’s what you’re missing.
Read More8 Things White Fans Can Do to Make Fandom More Inclusive
Fandom has a reputation as a progressive utopia – but it still falls short in some pretty messed up ways. Do these ideas for improvement speak to the kind of fandom you’d like to be part of?
Read More10 Things I Wished I’d Known When I Started My Transition
Exactly two years ago, I sat apprehensively in the reception area of the public health clinic, waiting for my name to be called. I remember looking around the room at the other trans girls sitting nearby. I couldn’t wait to be just like them. Two years and 4,860 pills later, I now realize how little I actually understood back then. Today, I’d like to share ten lessons that I wish I had known.
Read More6 Things White People Can Do to Help Ensure More Writers of Color Get Published
Did you hear what a writer just did after he decided white men aren’t getting published enough? This is absurd. Here’s the info on how white this industry really is – and what you can do to change it.
Read More5 Things I’m Ashamed to Admit as a Suicide Attempt Survivor
“I’m angry that I can’t just ‘get over it.’” How can we shift support for suicide attempt survivors so they don’t have to feel these kinds of shame?
Read More5 Reasons Why Your Racist Jokes Aren’t As Funny As You Think They Are
They’re “just jokes” – must be harmless, right? Here’s the disturbing connection between racist jokes (even the “ironic” ones) and the racism you’d never want to support.
Read More3 Things My White Husband Needs to Know About the Black Baby We’re Going to Have
“Our child’s life depends on it.” For a white parent of a black child, preparing for parenthood means learning these crucial lessons.
Read More6 Scenarios Where Intentionally Changing Your Weight Doesn’t Make Sense – Even If You Think It Does
I met with a new specialist to talk about the osteoporosis I’ve developed in my left femur. I have multiple risk factors for this condition: family history, small-boned, thinner, white. My internist advised me to consult with a rheumatologist to see what further steps I should take. As we were talking, Dr. M asked what…
Read More7 Things You Should Expect from a Mental Health Professional About Cultural Competency
You deserve a therapist who will honor your cultural identity. Check out this article to learn what you should expect from a culturally competent therapist.
Read More5 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Women Who Don’t Want Children
The belief that women can’t be complete without children lingers and leads to some pretty ignorant statements. Here are some we shouldn’t be saying.
Read MoreWhy ‘What Does Your Tattoo Mean?’ Is a Bigger Question Than You Might Think
Misspelled tattoos. Culturally appropriated tattoos. Defiant tattoos. Are we missing something in our conversations about what tattoos mean to us?
Read More5 Things You Need To Know About Asian Fetishization & White Supremacy
The relationship of Asian fetishization to white supremacy is rarely explored or explained but is present in every corner of the space it creates.
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