Boundaries Are A Feminist Issue

Boundaries Are A Feminist Issue

by | Mar 17, 2019 | Boundaries

Women are socialized to put everyone else first. We are taught that a “good woman” is always there for others, and in fact derives her greatest fulfillment from being of service. We are taught that a “good woman” is a peacekeeper. A “good woman” is a nurturer first...

Are you really telling me to calm down?

by | Oct 24, 2018 | Self-Care

“Calm down,” he said. “Just relax.” Immediately, I felt my blood pressure rise. Calm down? CALM DOWN? “Never in the history of calming down has anyone ever calmed down by being told to calm down.” – Anonymous Never. Amiright? The truth is, though, that knowing...
The surprise benefit of #summerofselflove

The surprise benefit of #summerofselflove

by | Sep 7, 2018 | Self-Care

I usually feel really weird about my birthday. I procrastinate on making plans, even though, deep down, I really want to do something fun. The day comes and I kind of want to hide under a rock. A couple of years ago, I realized it was because my inner critic would use...
Loving Myself Sounds Too Hard. Where Do I Start?

Loving Myself Sounds Too Hard. Where Do I Start?

by | Jul 13, 2018 | Self-Care

Loving ourselves can be hard. Hell, there are days when it might seem impossible.   As soon as I start talking about self-love, I can hear the voice in your head already, starting to list all the things you DON’T love about yourself. It’s like when I...