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New Beginnings
Most things happen for a reason, but we don't always see that when the issue negatively affects us. Sometimes it can take a long time to see this. For me, it was four months to see that such a traumatic event opened a lot of doors for me to a beginning of a new life. My new life.
Roisin ReillyPublished 5 years ago in VivaAre We Still Living in a Man's World?
“It is far harder to be a boy today than it is to be a girl.” These were the words uttered out of the mouth of a mother of three boys and one girl. To my response “why?”: “Well if a boy and girl go for a job, it’s going to be handed to the girl purely based off her having a vagina.”
Daisy MitchellPublished 5 years ago in Viva- Created with: INTIMINA
10 Reasons Why 2019 Is the Year of the Period (Yes, That One)
Menstrual cycles have been considered taboo for far too long, period. Think about it, talking about menstrual health was a topic that was done in hushed voices, often with a tinge of disgust. Women, who were long considered the “fairer sex,” are often derided for having their monthly menstrual cycle by men. Periods were considered to be a sign that a woman was “not rational enough” to react to situations, and at times, were a supposed sign of uncleanliness.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 5 years ago in Viva Great Career Paths for Women
Just a few decades have passed since women were expected to get married and stay home with her children and tend to the house. In the 1950s, only 34 percent of the workforce was women. Women did not go to work, and despite any ambition to do so, it was societally expected that they would be the caregivers, child rearers, and homemakers.
Casey ChesterfieldPublished 5 years ago in VivaSomething for the Pro-Lifers to Think About
Abortion has been gracing the headlines and news outlets a lot lately. Not for its decline or anything along those lines, but for people marching in the streets. Many on the hating-it side are yelling at women that they are murderers. Then there are certain bills that are up for rejection or approval that could yet again hurt women.
Catherine AgatiPublished 5 years ago in VivaSelfie-Worth
"You're ugly. You'll never be good enough." Did reading that make you flinch? If not, that's good to hear, but if so, it's okay as well. I'm sure we all can relate on not always feeling or looking our best.
Brittani RiderPublished 5 years ago in VivaBeauty Standards
Why is our appearance so important? Why is the size of the jeans you are wearing the only thing that matters? The judgement of others has become crucial to us. The most important thing is to look good and to fulfill beauty standards. We are comparing ourselves to friends, family members and even to people on the streets.
Sexual Harassment
Throughout the history of the United States, government officials have spoken about filthy things forgetting about the idea of political correctness entirely. Current president, Donald Trump, when referring to women has felt entitled to “grab ‘em by the pussy.” Some politicians have been corrected, yet to this day, some still continue to speak openly about their disgusting sexual desires that should clearly be kept to themselves. Women have dealt with suffrage far too long now to be constantly reminded that they aren’t respected for their individualism and viewed simply for their biological structures. Statements underestimating the impact of sexual assault/harassment are tolerated too much in our society and in our government.
Madison RheamPublished 5 years ago in Viva- Top Story - March 2019
To the Pretty Girls Who Wear Bow Ties
Masculinity in women isn’t the same as masculinity in men. Because it’s not about the tux itself, it’s the strength behind she who’s wearing it. It’s the confidence she has about her place on the spectrum, and it’s her feet deep into the so-called purple part of it.
Lonely Allie .Published 5 years ago in Viva The Threat of Male Egos
There are some communities that need to have groups fighting for their rights, like LGBTQ, women, people of color, etc. Then there are those groups like the Men's Rights Activists groups that have sprung up in recent years. Cisgendered, white men feel that they are under attack because there are more diverse movies and TV shows on the air now, and this is not ok with them. Can you imagine a female being anything but helpless and in need of a big, strong man to save her? It flies in the face of their reality, and they are not afraid to let people know that.
Edward AndersonPublished 5 years ago in VivaThe Struggles of Being a Woman
Recently, we celebrated the day called "International Women's Day" in Poland; this day is almost as, or maybe even more so, important than Mother's Day. I feel that Mother's Day has become over-commercialized and it makes Father's Day look a little sad. Anyways, that is a whole different topic. Today, I want to share with you the fears that women have when going to places alone.
The Princess
The Princess: A Play in One Act Players Mother—40s, dressed in semi-formal loose blouse, and pants. She carries a large pocketbook.
Blaise TeresePublished 5 years ago in Viva