Nine Ways to Cope When You’re Stuck Inside
I’ve been at this for four years and counting. In early 2016, a medical provider ordered me to stop all … Continue reading Nine Ways to Cope When You’re Stuck Inside
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Trump: All the Signs of an Abuser
TRIGGERING CONTENT Today is the eleventh day of the year. The same year that Donald J. Trump faces the looming … Continue reading Trump: All the Signs of an Abuser
Misunderstanding Feminism
We need some nuance here. We need to talk about the distinction between systemic, socialized misogyny and individuals who simply … Continue reading Misunderstanding Feminism
Gaslight (1944): How Abusers Destroy You
You apologize for things you didn’t do. You feel a wave of self-doubt whenever anyone points out that maybe you … Continue reading Gaslight (1944): How Abusers Destroy You
The End of Family
The last time I saw my father was in Austin, Texas. I was 25. My brother and I flew down … Continue reading The End of Family
Stalked by an Ex
I should have known. Top had never taken “no” for an answer before. I should have known that he would … Continue reading Stalked by an Ex
Workaholism: When You Just Can’t Quit
Quitters are losers, right? But maybe you find yourself still up at 1:30 in the morning, working on a project that’s … Continue reading Workaholism: When You Just Can’t Quit
Ladies: Stop Taking Responsibility for Other People’s Choices
Please. Just please stop already. I know it comes from a good place. Kind of. But stop it. So here’s … Continue reading Ladies: Stop Taking Responsibility for Other People’s Choices
