I'm not certain when I learned to hate my body. When I started defining it by what it wasn't instead of what it is. When I came to despise my hips and thighs and cover up - not for modesty - but to hide my flaws. When I looked in the mirror and saw … [Read more...]
If We Want to Change the World, We Have to Let People Change
Change is tricky. When someone changes a long-held view, begins to lean the opposite way politically, alters deep-seated religious views, or switches their stance on a particular issue, it can be disconcerting. It makes sense to respond with a healthy sense of skepticism; to be … [Read more...]
The Dangers in Toxic Masculinity
A white teenage boy shot a girl and others he disliked in Texas because she said no to his advances. Toxic masculinity taught him that men pursue women until they get what they want. Toxic masculinity taught him that men deserve the attention and sexual favors of women because … [Read more...]
What I learned When I Introduced My Kids to Guns
Last Saturday, my awesome friend, Sharon, invited my family over to her home to learn how to handle, store, and use firearms. I was momentarily hesitant, but I recognized this as an excellent opportunity for my kids to safely explore an interest in firearms. This is the story of … [Read more...]
I Marched in the Church of Advocacy
Me: All I want for Christmas is to not give any f*&$s. Seems like it would be easier. My sister responded with her usual loving candor: True, but so not you. I'm no good at caring less, at feigning numbness, of only being half in. Passion motivates and energizes me. It … [Read more...]
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