I wrote a post about transphobia which lead to the lovely Lea Mason commenting on my Medium post, thanking me but also educating me on the struggle of trans men as well as trans women. Thankfully, this lead to more conversation and Lea found she could share her story with me. I then asked her… Continue reading Give the Gift of Empathy: A Story of Transition
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Essay on Gender Part 3.5: Summary and Final Thoughts
Read parts 1, 2, and 3 for the depth and evidence backing my ideas. What drew me to writing this very long, link-heavy essay on gender identity when I am just a cisgendered woman in a heterosexual, heteronormative relationship? I am an ally, but more than that, I am sick of ignorant conversations by cisgender… Continue reading Essay on Gender Part 3.5: Summary and Final Thoughts
Essay on Gender Part Two: Exploring Gender Identity From Many Perspectives
I’m going to try my hardest to share facts (with sources) not just opinions. WARNING: this post is not for anyone who may be triggered by difficult conversations around gender identity. I wanted to write a post about masculinity as I know men are worried right now and are attacking women, homosexuals, and trans people… Continue reading Essay on Gender Part Two: Exploring Gender Identity From Many Perspectives
On Allyship + Book Recommendations for Empathy: Personal Curriculum series
Part One: Why I Choose to be an Ally For those who don't know, I identify as a cisgender woman, third generation immigrant background (my grandparents came over from Jamaica and Ireland), bisexual, biracial (white and black Caribbean), atypical brain (I feel I am neurodiverse but I am not diagnosed with a difference; I take… Continue reading On Allyship + Book Recommendations for Empathy: Personal Curriculum series
On Unconscious Bias: Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself!
Today's post, following on from my previous ones, is about us taking a moment to get really honest with ourselves. Uncomfortably so. Because I can guarantee that the majority of us hold some unconscious biases guiding our everything thoughts and decisions, that could be holding us back and causing issues in our increasingly polarised society.… Continue reading On Unconscious Bias: Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself!
Transphobia makes no sense
In today's post, I just wanted to go through some of my thoughts around transphobia and the rise of trans hate in the UK and US. I think trans people are being unjustly blamed for a crumbling society, and that, to me, makes no sense. Instead, I want you to read this post and consider,… Continue reading Transphobia makes no sense
“You’re You” – a poem for pride month
How do I say goodbye to the cage I’ve imprisoned myself in? Tongue-tied with truths I’m afraid to speak. Inadequate words for experiences I’ve never had. But feelings so strong I couldn’t possibly deny them. But deny them, I do. What does it mean If she makes me feel something Deep? Come out, come out,… Continue reading “You’re You” – a poem for pride month
Let’s Stop Calling It “Political Correctness”
The term "Political correctness" makes me think of politics. But it’s not really about politics, is it? It’s about humanity and love and inclusion. Allowing everyone to feel comfortable. To allow everyone to belong; truly belong in their own world and communities. In her book Braving the Wilderness, Brene Brown calls "political correctness" something else;… Continue reading Let’s Stop Calling It “Political Correctness”
How to be an Ally: What True Long-lasting Allyship Means to Me
*For those who don't know, Allyship or being an "ally" isn't just for the Black Lives Matter movement! We all can and should be allies to other communities, ones we're not a part of. For example, myself as a cisgender female being an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Or as a Mixed (Black and White)… Continue reading How to be an Ally: What True Long-lasting Allyship Means to Me
“Wanting to help but scared to speak”
Hey, people. How you doing? I hope you’re okay! I've heard that some white people (and white-passing people) are feeling under pressure and are overwhelmed. I've heard that some are afraid to speak and get it wrong. Or some are speaking and they’re getting their heads bitten off! Let me just say, in case I… Continue reading “Wanting to help but scared to speak”
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