7 Undeniable Signs You’re A True Feminist
“Feminism” is not a dirty word. And contrary to what the naysayers want you to think, feminists aren’t always...
Taking Control Of My Body: Why I Quit Birth Control After 12 Years
The day started like any other day. I was 10 years old, excited for my softball tournament later that...
To The Woman Who Has Been Feeling Off Lately
One of the worst feelings we experience as human beings is feeling “off” and not knowing why. It’s brutal...
Why The True ‘Perfect Girls’ Aren’t The Runway Models
The anatomy of society’s “perfect girl” is quite simple. She’s unbelievably gaunt, with sunken eyes and hollow cheekbones. Her...
Sorry, But Your Penis Won’t Fix My Sexual Trauma
As a sexual assault survivor, I do many things to maintain a sense of safety at all times. While...
What The Age Of Your First Period Reveals About You
I know exactly how old I was when I got my first period.
I was in 6th grade, so I...
The Effects Of Domestic Violence On Women’s Mental Health
Women who face some sort of domestic violence go through a lot of turmoil, long after they have gotten...
I Got Pregnant In College So I Wouldn’t Have To Face The Real World
I waddled across stage to receive my college diploma, knowing my leather-bound degree would serve as a paperweight in...
Why It’s A Huge Deal That Black Women Have Dominated Beauty Pageants This Year
When most people think of beauty queens, they don't think of barriers being broken. In fact, most women consider...
I Didn’t Want To Have Kids Until I Found Out That I Was Infertile
From an evolutionary standpoint, a woman’s sole purpose in the world is to have kids. We perpetuate this expectation...
