The beginning of the COVID-19 crisis has left most people with vulnerabilities behind. As cities and countries enforced several restrictions on mobility to prevent the spread of the virus, it also led to the addition of challenges that women with disabilities would have to face during the pandemic. For example, social isolation has enabled the …
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Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and all the others are born from a dysfunctional relationship with one’s self. It is a physical, mental, and emotional illness. There is no one formula or process that can treat the disorder. In some cases, an eating disorder is better managed than treated. The idea of treatment is …
Living alone is great. You can walk around the house in your underwear, play whatever music you like, decorate your space however you want, and enjoy ‘me time’ all the time. We could go and on about the benefits of being alone, but let’s address an issue that many solo women try to ignore, and …
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A 2019 study on gender and business published by the International Labor Organization shows that globally, 50% of women at working age are part of the labor force, compared to 75% of men. However, since 1991, more women have been filling managerial positions and completing tertiary education degrees. This means that even though there are fewer …
One of the fastest-growing industries in this day and age is the makeup industry. More and more people have dabbled into makeup for both men and women as the world continues to evolve and break free from its toxic traditions and continue to be more accepting. The cosmetics industry has also become popular even to …
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As your big day nears, you will start to notice that things get busier and more hectic. You will find yourself talking to more people and dealing with suppliers and guests, which takes a lot of your time. On top of that, you may be stressing out about the outcome of your event, and you …
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Therapy can be quite pricey, but being broke shouldn’t be an excuse for you not to get the help that you need. Depression and anxiety need constant medical attention, so a hefty price tag shouldn’t scare you off from considering all the other options available to you. You don’t have to shell out an exorbitant …
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You would often hear about feminism from a sexuality standpoint—one where women fight against sexual harassment and the right to equal pay. But a new branch of feminists is once again rising: eco-feminists. An eco-feminist (or an ecological feminist) is defined as someone who studies the connection between one’s gender and nature. It was coined …
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Imagine waking up right next to the person you decided to spend the rest of your life with. The weather is good, the bed is warm, and there’s a whole new journey waiting to be discovered—marriage. After saying “I do” to the love of your life yesterday, though, it’s only normal to think about the …
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Many people these days have little-to-no confidence in themselves. Most women find it hard to feel confident to say what’s on their mind or even dress the way they want. Many also tend to personalize their mistakes, forcing themselves to say sorry for the littlest things. But why do women tend to have a lower …