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Just Good Friends?
There has been much written on the Friendzone, and its counterpart the Fuckzone, by people of all genders and opinions on this dismal dichotomy. Experiencing the horrors of this trap is shitty for all concerned. In the interaction between two humans, one suffers rejection and refuses to deal with it, and another has to work around a set of feelings and expectations they never asked for. And there are the bystanders, the friends and allies of either party, sometimes helping, sometimes enabling.
By Katy Preen8 years ago in Viva
Why #MeToo Succeeds and Fails
I may not have a #MeToo story, but I know that it may be harder for women to get a job anywhere sexual harassment or assault may be rampant because of one thing: it's male dominated.
By Heather Wilkins8 years ago in Viva
I Hate Washing Up
Below is an excerpt of a sober Saturday whinge from a sad, single slob... I hate washing up even more than a hangover because at least that disappears after an Alka-Seltzer, a coffee, and a fry up. All of which — by the way — contribute to making washing up even worse.
By Clare Freeman8 years ago in Viva
Sexual Abuse
Statistics... Are they correct or are they just a guess based on some guy that has a degree in accounting and predictions? Who knows, right? Well in this case, from the photo above, it's facts, proven on things that have happened and that are continuing to happen. Sexual abuse is something that gets pushed under the rug often. We need to address it. Once it's addressed, go to the source and get that issue out in the open. There is nothing like public humiliation. Let's get into what it's like to be a victim.
By Friday Vibes8 years ago in Viva
Open Letter to My Abuser
You probably haven’t thought about me at all in the past five years, but I think about you constantly. And the more I think about you, the more time that passes, I begin to realize that you were the awful one and not me.
By Mina LeAnn8 years ago in Viva
And My Family Loved Him
My first serious relationship, but not first love, was actually my fourth. I was 16 years old in the 11th grade and he was in the year above. He was my friend before he was my boyfriend. We'd hang out and go for walks and just laugh. He'd pick me up in his car and my mom would be mystified that I was at the age now where my boyfriend could drive. I enjoyed the time I spent with him, our jokes and pranks, but I didn't love him. Something kept me from loving him. But he loved me and I liked that.
By O8 years ago in Viva
I'm a Rape Survivor. Here's Why the Silence Breakers Give Me Hope
Time magazine recently released its choice for the 2017 Person of the Year. This year, Time made the rare decision to not give the title to one individual, but multiple people—a group of people, mostly women, that are being referred to as “The Silence Breakers.” This is a title that Time has given out for the past ninety years, but it wasn’t until 1999, less than twenty years ago, that the title was changed from Man of the Year to Person of the Year.
By Elizabeth Brandon8 years ago in Viva
I Think You're Fat... I Can't Date You
Everyone has a type. It’s normal to be attracted to different body types, different colored hair and so on. But when does it go from “you are not my type” to a completely rude and bully-like statement? How many of us have experienced shaming only because of the sole appearance of, well, YOU.
By Dasha Ilazarova8 years ago in Viva
Learning To Love Yourself: Part 1
"Your body is a wonderland." Great words spoken by none other than John Mayer, a man with a "normal" or "perfect body", but little did he know my body wasn't a wonderland. My body was ugly, messy, and dysfunctional.
By Grace Xtra8 years ago in Viva
Kylie Jenner Is One of the Most Trending Celebrities Today
Kylie Jenner is one of the most talked about reality TV stars today and I bet you're probably wondering why she is very famous right now. Well, the 20-year-old diva is the daughter of the reality TV stars Kris Kardashian and Bruce Jenner, AKA Caitlynn Jenner. If you're a big fan of the Keeping Up with the Kardashians reality TV show, then you probably already know a lot about the Kardashians and Jenner siblings. Kylie is one of my favorite reality TV stars and I really enjoy watching her on television. Mainly, because I think she is a beautiful diva and a successful entrepreneur.
By Arleena Stein8 years ago in Viva
An Open Love Letter to Greta Gerwig
The year is 2002. I've just started the eighth grade and am shy and awkward and wear my hair parted down the middle. I love my bright blue track pants and wear a retainer that I proudly display every time I smile.
By Princess Buttercup8 years ago in Viva
PMDD: Why Me?
At the risk of being called crazy or out of touch (I'm quite used to that, so it isn't about to stop me anymore!), I'd like to let all you lovely women out there who are suffering from PMDD in on a little secret. This message won't be for all of you; I write it for those who can receive it.
By Cheeky Minx8 years ago in Viva