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My Daughter of a Narcissistic Mother Trauma Story
Mother’s Day has always been a complicated day for me. It’s supposed to be a day of joy and gratitude for all the wonderful mothers out there, but for me, it’s a day that feels awkward and overly sentimental. You see, my mother was not the kind and caring parent that most people think of on Mother’s Day. In fact, she was the complete opposite. My mother was a narcissist. She was cold, detached, and…
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Why Women Are Too Nice + 7 Strategies to Stop
Women are too nice and I’m sick of being a part of the problem. Since I was a little girl I have had lessons of politeness and forgiveness drilled into my head. I was taught classic platitudes such as when someone wronged me, I should be the bigger person and let it go. Or if I was treated unfairly, I shouldn’t speak up to defend myself if that would rock that boat and make things…
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5 Reasons Why Hookup Culture is Toxic for Women
Growing up, I was influenced by messages from society that said women should be unapologetic, sexual goddesses who embrace hookup culture. These messages told me that as women, we have the right to have sex with anyone we want and with as many people as we want without limitations. The messages also said that women hold all of the sexual power and are in complete control of our sexuality just like men. However, as I…
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How to Respond to Street Harassment Safely & Effectively
Street harassment is a serious issue that affects women all over the world. It involves unsolicited comments or gestures that can make women feel uncomfortable or unsafe in public places. Whether we are on our way to work or just out for a walk, street harassment can happen at any time and can be incredibly distressing. Despite its prevalence, many people still don’t fully understand what street harassment is or how to respond to it.…