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What it means to be a woman. Viva explores the lives of women, from the workplace to home, family, adventure, ambition, and more.
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Stories in Viva that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
The Great American Tampon Shortage
So far this year, Americans have experienced shortages in baby formula, camp counselors, child care workers, lifeguards, and swim lesson teachers. It’s not a stretch to say, it’s been a rough year for parents. Add in record-high gas prices, and this summer does not look to be a fun one.
Jennifer GeerPublished 14 days ago in VivaIt's time to stop telling women in their 30s how to live their lives
I turned 30 this year, and let me tell you, that milestone falls on you not like a stone, but like a hard, crushing boulder.
Dee MorrisonPublished 17 days ago in VivaGrowing the Girls
I recently read a story by Suzanne V. Tanner, calling for "Breast Building Stories" for a possible e-book. Suzanne's story is like those of many of the girls I grew up with. They just couldn't wait to have breasts and be all grown up.
Paula ShabloPublished 22 days ago in VivaYes, I Had An Abortion
“Tell me, were there any complications following your abortion?” The doctor stood looking down at me as I sat encased in a paper robe, stiff uncomfortable paper sheet crackling beneath my bare buttocks.
Paula ShabloPublished about a month ago in VivaThe Dystopia I Feared Is Upon Us
I am a writer. Words and the stories I create with them are my identity and my life's purpose. But every now and then I go through these "no writing" spells, where the stories and words just won't come. I'm starting to recognize that these spells coincide with world events, over which I have no control. I'm trying little tricks to fool myself into storying, like leaving my docs open to the next paragraph or feeding my brain inspiring stuff–books, movies, videos–to get over the hump. But this time, as we face the defeat of women's reproductive freedom in the United States, the words won't come. All I can see is The Handmaid's Tale in my mind, which leaves room for nothing else.
Hillora LangPublished about a month ago in Viva5 Things I'm Gifting Myself to Achieve My Goal This Year
As I sat by the roadside, watching people move in different directions, the traffic was starting to build up. The sun had started to shine as I waited for the bus; all looked blurred from my peripheral view.
Jessey AnthonyPublished 2 months ago in VivaThe Importance of Boundaries Around Diet & Body Image
Boundaries. A word that may sound scary and limiting, but when used properly in various areas of life can bring a sense of comfort and reassurance.
Erin R. WindrimPublished 3 months ago in VivaThe Manic Pixie Dream Girl Might Be Here to Stay
She's the "one". The Manic Pixie Dream Girl. She'll be the one that got away. The one he thinks about years later when he's bored and disappointed with everything his life has become.
Ariel JosephPublished 3 months ago in Viva
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Your body, your choice? A place to debate and discuss the complexities and controversies surrounding women's' health issues, reproductive rights, and bodily autonomy.
Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Viva.
To My Younger Sisters: If You Need to Go Camping at Any Time, I’m Here For You
I have a brain, and a heart, and a soul. I have a brain to reason with, to analyze facts and allow knowledge to grow. I have a heart to feel with, to form empathy with other people, to express my compassion for others.
Hillora LangPublished about 22 hours ago in VivaRoe v. Wade Was Overturned
Women are under attack. People with uteruses are under attack. The news this morning was more gut-wrenching than it was shocking.
Choice
My stomach dropped when I saw the headlines, and I swallowed hard to keep my lunch down. Roe v. Wade had been overturned.
2k22's Hottest Summer Bods of Sports & Entertainment 3
Here is our third installment of the "2k22's Hottest Summer Bods of Sports & Entertainment." This time we have an interview with Eastern Michigan hurdler Angel Gazaway. Before we get to that let's honor a couple of other women who are doing big things in the world of sports and entertainment!
Winners OnlyPublished 3 days ago in VivaWhat to Do When He’s Losing Interest, but You Are Not Ready to Lose Him
If I’m to live long, I do rather opt out of relationships completely. The ebbs and flow and recycling of drama from one partner over to the next can be emotionally exhausting.
Jessey AnthonyPublished 5 days ago in VivaFour Inspirational Female Engineers Who Made History
Engineering is a male-dominated field. In fact, women accounted for only 14.5% of engineers in 2021. Throughout history, women have battled prejudices to contribute to the world of engineering. Despite this, the inventions of women have been revolutionary, and the world as we know it wouldn’t be the same without their legacies.
Owen MarshallPublished 6 days ago in VivaWhy Being Sexy Really Has Nothing To Do With Appearance
For decades I thought I knew what sexy was. It started when I was a young girl. The concept of sexy would stare back at me from the grocery store fashion magazines and glamorous prime-time soap operas.
Michelle BrownPublished 6 days ago in VivaHow long in a relationship is the most suitable for marriage?
The New York Times once published a famous "15 questions before marriage", the purpose is to help every couple to determine whether they and their current significant other have the conditions to become a couple.
Dylan M ParkinPublished 6 days ago in Viva
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The creative faces behind your favorite stories.
Eilish Toohey
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Miranda Mariana Maloy
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Richa Khare
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Erin R. Windrim
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Kaia Maeve Tingley
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Hannah Macdermott
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Maria Wallisch
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Denisa Feathers
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Rhea Dyuti
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Kaitlyn Cope
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Paula Shablo
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Katie Jgln
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