Sep 14, 2018Gone Viral: Do you use anti-sexist language?Or do you just NOT use overtly sexist language? — Systemic and stuck Language, however thick our skin may be, plays a major role in politics and culture. Its influence, implications, and power have a much larger effect than many people might want to admit. Language in the context of power structures — especially those that rely on and perpetuate sexism — is…Feminism9 min readFeminism9 min read
Aug 21, 2018Here’s what happened when I talked to non-feminists about feminism“Grandma, are you a feminist?” — “Grandma, are you a feminist?” “No, but it’s alright if you are.” Her response was odd to me. It was as if I thought she would disapprove of me for being a feminist. I had never considered that situation. My 14-year-old self had just started to become aware of the…Feminism5 min readFeminism5 min read
Aug 14, 2018How I Reclaimed My Own Body After Years of AssaultSelf-exploration isn’t just a #selfcare schtick, ladies and gents. — I was 11 years old the first time I felt like my body didn’t belong to me. I was a chunky kid who always felt uncomfortable in my own skin. I was teased as far back as I can remember. I transferred elementary schools twice because the other kids called me “Tubby” as if it were my name. As soon as other people began to comment on…Sexual Assault5 min readSexual Assault5 min read
Aug 8, 2018How to spot gaslighting — and stop itWhat you think you know about gaslighting may be wrong… ironically — Have you ever questioned your own reality? I don’t mean in the metaphorical, philosophical way — but more in the form of your day-to-day. Like the things you feel and see every day might not actually be what they seem? Has someone used words and emotions to make you feel…Domestic Violence8 min readDomestic Violence8 min read
