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Sexual Health + Identity

10 Lies You’ve Probably Been Told About Sex

We're setting the record straight.
Relationships

How Female Friendship Actually Saved This Girl’s Life

“No matter what, they would still be there."
My Life

How I Finally Learned to Speak Up

Being assertive isn't a bad thing.
My Life

Why I Decided to Eat Meat for the First Time in 17 Years

I swiped right on a burger.
My Life

How Stereotypes About Bisexual Women Affect Their Dating Lives

We’re not tokens to be won.
My Life

The Day I Got a Breast Reduction Was the Day I Finally Felt Like Myself

“I was lighter, emotionally and physically.”
My Life

After Eight Years of Fighting, I Can Finally Admit I Have Anorexia

I’m not fine, but I’ll be okay.
My Life

How Posting About My Bad Grades on Social Media Empowered Me

It goes way beyond likes.
My Life

Why I've Been Hiding My Sexuality From My Closest Friends

It's a constant battle.
My Life

Why I Refuse to Alter My Social Media Presence for a Job

My beliefs are more important.
My Life

How Moving from India to the U.S. Helped Me Embrace Feminism

India needs more feminism, and feminism needs more Indians.
My Life

Here’s How Makeup Helped Me Overcome My Struggles with Cystic Acne

It gives me superpowers.
My Life

How My Favorite Book Convinced Me That Tinder Isn't the End of Love

Reading Proust and swiping right have more in common than you'd think.
My Life

I Was in a Committed Relationship With My Smartphone

It was there for me when others couldn't be.
My Life

Our Online Personas Are Affecting Our Real Life Relationships

It's not always smart to post everything.
My Life

Why You Should Follow Your Dreams — Not Your Parents'

Sometimes you gotta do you.
My Life

Why I’m Glad My Dream College Wasn’t Everything I Imagined

And how being pushed out of your comfort zone can be a great thing.
My Life

Why Do the Same Products for Women Cost More Than They Do for Men?

Let's talk about the "pink" tax.
My Life

Why Being Jealous of Your Best Friend Isn't Always a Bad Thing

All true friends experience it.
My Life

Why Holding On to Old Clothes Can Damage Your Self-Esteem

Sometimes letting go is a good thing.
My Life

How Wearing Makeup Helped Me Embrace My So-Called Imperfections

And let me feel comfortable even with nothing on my face.