Dec 14, 2022Member-onlyMy mom always thought she was ugly.A piece on how perpetuating beauty standards are a significant detour in our self-esteem journey. Growing up, I had always seen my mother look in the mirror with disdain, as if she was disappointed in what she saw reflected back rooted in childhood experiences where she felt like an outsider…Motherhood3 min readMotherhood3 min read
Jun 27, 2022Member-onlyAbortion saved my life once, but is my life worthy in the eyes of men?A trauma tale by Carolina Bradilli I never wanted to be a mother, when I say this sentence in 2022, people still get shocked and insist on convincing me otherwise. “You will want it, you MUST want it.” It is unbearable to put up with this speech. I love children…Abortion6 min readAbortion6 min read
Sep 17, 2021Member-onlyWhy Being Mean Isn’t The Quirk You Think It IsOkay, hear me out. Throughout my teenage years and well into my 20s, I’m noticing a lot of people have this aura to them — you probably know what I’m talking about. Snobby, “I’m better than everyone else” vibe, judgemental even. Too cool for certain people, actions, activities… Psychology calls…3 min read3 min read
May 28, 2021Member-onlySMC turns 2! And I can’t tell how hard it was to make it here.The company’s founder and CEO wrote an honest statement about entrepreneurship and its daily battles. The beautiful saga of a female entrepreneur is not all roses and flowers like the movies showed us. It’s more like a Viking battle with no protective gear, and the concept of “thriving” is disgusting…Entrepreneurship5 min readEntrepreneurship5 min read
May 18, 2021Member-onlyThere is Validity in Going With Your Gut!Ok ok — you know how we like to keep it, real with no bull sh$t on the side. We keep that promise to ourselves, and we owe it to you. …Self Improvement3 min readSelf Improvement3 min read
May 5, 2021Member-onlyFashion Brands, Extend Your Sizing!By Akosua Asare Being a fat person who loves fashion and high fashion brands is starting to feel silly. …Plus Size4 min readPlus Size4 min read
Apr 14, 2021Member-only5 Signs You’re In a Toxic RelationshipBy Sovena Ngeth Unfortunately, I’ve been in toxic relationships. At times, I even exhibited unhealthy behaviors that I learned as a result. It wasn’t until I experienced my first real, healthy relationship that I realized just how bad my previous experiences were. I am so angry at modern society for…Mental Health5 min readMental Health5 min read
Apr 2, 2021Member-onlySarah Everard: Gone Too SoonCall to Action You know, when we write — we try to get a point across through a quick “oh my gosh” laugh, the “oh yes” head nod, or even the hand on the forehead that expresses “yes sis”. Through words, we try to relate and create a sense of…Sarah Everard3 min readSarah Everard3 min read
Mar 18, 2021Member-onlyStop Asian & Pacific Islander Hate. Now.For years, we’ve been silent. Not anymore. | By Sovena Ngeth We’re all tired, sad, and scared of experiencing and witnessing racism in America. As the Black Lives Movement still struggles to get the recognition and support they deserve, a rising surge in anti-Asian rhetoric and violence has splattered across…Stopasianhate3 min readStopasianhate3 min read
Mar 16, 2021Member-onlyEmbracing The SuckThe Power in Dismantling Toxic Positivity Picture this — I am in my car; it’s a Monday… the week has been long (HA!). I have my head on the steering wheel while “Sugar, We’re Goin Down” by Fall Out Boy plays and supports my head nods back and forth. The…Toxic4 min readToxic4 min read
