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If you’re like me, you’re ready to let your hair down this summer. And I’m not talking about enjoying some rides at the water park or attending outdoor concerts. Don’t get me wrong. All those things are great. But I’m talking about I’m too sexy for my shirt … I’m too sexy for my car…
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In today’s fast-paced world, we hear a lot about the importance of “self-care.” Often, the recommendations focus on things like massages, manicures, and mimosas, essentially equating consumerism to caring for yourself. While these activities can be enjoyable and bring comfort, genuine self-care encompasses so much more than spa days and junk food. Let’s take a…
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Women’s History Month has come and gone, but it does not mean we should stop celebrating those who fought for justice and equality. In fact, every day is an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls in the United States and worldwide. In today’s society, sound bites tend…
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International Women’s Day was created by the UN in 1975 and is celebrated annually on March 8, officially marking a day for highlighting women’s struggle for equal opportunities. These movements for equality grow stronger and more powerful each year. Different groups, associations, foundations, and individuals continue to raise awareness of harassment, gender violence, murders, the…
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During the entire month of January, it’s inevitable that we’ll hear some sort of discussion about New Year’s resolutions. Often you’ll hear people talk about how they want to start going to the gym consistently, developing better study skills in school, or quitting a bad habit. While all of these things are wonderful, let’s not…
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It’s December, friends! Don we now our gayest apparel as we buckle up for the holiday season. Ah yes, that very merry time of year when we come together to celebrate delicious foods, trauma bonding with family and friends, and the thrill of last-minute gift shopping. Got to love the holidays! December, however, isn’t just…
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Most people assigned female at birth (AFAB) and many people assigned male at birth (AMAB) have struggled with negative thoughts or feelings about their bodies at some point in their lives. According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), about 62% of teen girls and almost 30% of teen boys actively try to change their…
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Trips to Target don’t usually lead to revelations, but last month it happened. As I looked through the plus size dresses, I saw photos of actual plus size models on the wall. Women who were size 2x and above. That might seem obvious. I was in the plus size section, after all. But I vividly…
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In early 2021, a short but notable article made some waves: Alongside child support and the usual alimony payments meant to compensate a stay-at-home spouse for time lost in the workforce, a divorce judge in China ordered the husband to back pay his (now ex-)wife for the household chores she performed during their marriage. While…
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I’ve suffered from anxiety all my life. Like that annoying mosquito bite you can’t quite reach, it’s always been there — a constant annoying itch. My earliest memory of anxiety goes way back to 1990 when I was just 10 years old. I couldn’t sleep the night before my first day of fourth grade and…
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