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4 Sports Bra Myths You Can (& Should) Ignore
Any woman living an active lifestyle will tell you that a decent sports bra is an essential part of their gym kit. Whether you love running, spin classes or starting your mornings with a yoga session, sports bras make life easier and workouts more enjoyable.
6 Female-Led Podcasts With An Empowering Message
Books have always been a great way to develop yourself, but podcasts are also increasingly popular for men and women seeking knowledge.
Women: We Need to Stick Together
I used to be a guys girl, and I was quite proud of it. I didn't feel comfortable around women. With men I felt more relaxed and less guarded. When I was with women I felt judged and mis understood. Much of this was because deep down, I really just hated myself. I constantly compared myself to other women. Comparing beauty, weight, relationship status, or popularity. Much of this was not due to any fault of other women, it simply lied with me.
Tierni MariePublished 4 years ago in VivaYorktown Grad Readies herself for 2020 Miss New York USA Pageant
Amanta Krasniqi always felt compelled to compete in a beauty pageant but lacked the nerve to actually give it a go. Her time finally arriving, the Yorktown native has signed up for the 2020 Miss New York USA Pageant and has drawn courage from a women she has long adored. “Her body wasn’t skinny. She had curves. That’s how you're supposed to have confidence in yourself, said Krasniqi of Marilyn Monroe, and therein lies what really drives her to represent New York for the town of Yorktown.
Rich MonettiPublished 4 years ago in VivaFemale? Over 30? Unmarried?...Problem?
It's funny how the beliefs and values of our previous generations still make themselves present in the modern world where the world is your oyster and information is easily accessible at your fingertips. I mean, computers in your pocket? Who would've guessed this could be possible back in the 80's! Anyone can educate themselves about anything they want at any point in time now. Still, the idea of being a single woman over the age of 30 is looked at as a bit of a shame and there are so many sympathetic onlookers willing to give you a helping hand in finding you a mate...you poor thing, you!
Prosecuted for being Raped!
A 19 year old British woman has been found guilty of causing public mischief in Cyprus for alleging she was gang-raped by 12 Israeli youths aged between 15 and 18 in a hotel in Ayia Napa, Cyprus. The woman had claimed that on 17 July she was attacked and raped but 10 days later the police arrested her after she retracted her statement. This was all done without the woman having been allowed any legal representation and she was coerced into making the statement, she didn’t even have a translator and was suffering from PTSD.
Clare ScanlanPublished 4 years ago in VivaDon't Waste The Pretty
In my freshman English class, my teacher gave us life advice on the regular. Every day it was something new. I loved how authentic she was. She didn't care, she spoke the truth about the things regardless of what anyone thought. One day she was specifically talking to the girls saying, "Don't waste the pretty."
Jenna LynnPublished 4 years ago in VivaYou get in life what you have the courage to ask for
I am only a woman who has temporarily set her life aside to reflect on my personal experiences and ideas to share what I feel would inspire you to master your power. My motive is simply to aid you to tap into the source of your immeasurable creativity and sexuality to bring more joy and satisfaction into your everyday life. I have no intention to formulate a step by step guideline; because I believe happiness is prompted through inspiration rather than instruction.
Archi FirmPublished 4 years ago in VivaWomen's Greatest Asset
We Women have an incredible asset which is hardly spoken about and very often considered an annoying burden. In a society that always expects us to be ready to go and on top of our game, it's hard to believe that a woman's menstrual cycle is actually her secret weapon.
Antonia LyonsPublished 4 years ago in VivaMan vs Woman
I often think that I should have been a man. I’m smarter than most men. More capable than most men. I’m even physically stronger than some men!
Diana MurrayPublished 4 years ago in VivaHow to Keep Your Vagina Fresh And Healthy All The Time
The most sensitive part of a woman's body is also the most ignored part in the current life style when it comes to personal hygiene. Most of the women pretend to be unaffected and hide issues that they are facing in and around their vagina, but often faces serious issues in their later stages.
swati sharmaPublished 4 years ago in VivaMaybe She's Born With It: Halsey and Her Birth Chart
Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, otherwise known as Halsey, was born on September 29th, 1994, making her a Libra Sun and a Cancer Moon. I think her birth chart correlates strongly with her undeniable star-quality and brilliant artistry.
Brittany ValentinePublished 4 years ago in Viva