“You’re too young to be in pain.” I wish you were right. I wish I was too young, too naive, … More
Tag: depression
Why I Never Talk About My Chronic Illnesses
Yes, I’m chronically ill. In fact, I have several long-term health conditions, many of which even close friends are unaware … More
Image problems start at birth
Girls must be quiet, pretty, and obedient. Boys must be strong, faithful, and spirited. Forget the non-binary, forget those who don’t care about the gender stereotypes, and definitely forget the people who don’t prescribe to religious doctrine. Unfortunately, the children will grow up having an image foisted upon them, often with violence and emotional abuse.
Why I am not sorry that I am ambitious
I have only been praised when it has seemed non-threatening. I can only be congratulated if I am a modest mouse who shies away from everything I have achieved, and disowns it, choosing to cower in the shadow and accept that I am just a stupid girl who was lucky that her parents let her do things. I am ambitious, and I am not going to apologise for it.
