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Ladies, Use Your Period as Your Superpower.. Top Story - November 2021.
Many women dread that time of the month. Many women constantly complain about cramps and pains. Many women curse elaborately.
By Katarzyna Portka4 years ago in Viva
Hey Cyster
Fluttering heartbeats, thorns prickling the centre of my forehead giving me the will to purge out every little taste of the uneasiness sitting at my throat. I straighten my shoulders, arch my back breathing in a gulp of air as I nervously eye the empty ceiling whilst the persistent nail-biting, nauseous sensation adamantly camps at the base of my chest. I gradually bring out the white stick to my view, engulfing another handful of air as two bright red, neatly paired vertical stripes scornfully glares back at me triggering a sharp, searing rush of pain. The months of unshed tears sitting in the inner corners of my eyes begin to swell, readily trickling itself down the sides of my cheeks and forcing my lips to uncontrollably quiver.
By Shoumia Nithiananthan4 years ago in Viva
A Man Called me Mademoiselle, and This is the Reflection I Made 5 Years Later
It was a grey winter day in Lyon, and the man walking in front of me was wearing a trench coat. A black trench coat. Excuse-moi monsieur. — I said.
By Gladys Carmina 4 years ago in Viva
My PMDD Story
I know my experience is quite more complicated than others. Before that, I had been growing up as an autistic child since I was 2 years old(which it’s why mine was super complex between my menstruation and autism). I reached puberty at age 11. And, this is when I began to have my first period. I was a bit scared. My parents said that I’m growing up. During puberty at my preteen age, it began with traumatic moments. Those moments were Divorce, bullying, school pressure, on/off relationships with food/weight, body image issues, grades, isolation, and disconnection. Sadly, at my preteen age and puberty, this was also when I have had many suicidal thoughts(without being suicidal). During high school, my mood swings went bad and the relationships with my family had gone bitter, but worse during the holidays. This is when I have both anxiety and depression. During my preteens and high school life, I ended up using food as my “ coping mechanism”. Is it binge eating or emotional eating? I have also been struggling to deal with autistic traits since my childhood and my puberty. From my cycle, the hormones have gotten worse between before, during, and after my period. During my 20’s, I hid my mental health issues after the first physiologist when I moved in different state. The worst things was that she told me that it was been my fault the whole time and I was responsible for this mess. I'm incredibly hurt. I have to put on my “mask” permanently so I can be more fitting in at my new school. I remember during my second college, I had emotional meltdowns that I wasn't doing anything right as I felt like a failure. I have serious perfectionist issues, especially from my high school art class. I also kept denied when others said that I should get professionals. While my niece was born, it became roller coaster. Later, I have to seek help. One of the treatments didn’t go so well-it’s the PSR(psychosocial rehab). It did help me with some social a bit. But, the staff have been treated most of the clients/patients as preschoolers. Then, when my nephew was born, my symptoms, both emotionally and mentally have gone worse than I thought. I felt pain and confused. Was it my autism or my menstrual style? My sensory overload issues?
By Meghan LeVaughn 4 years ago in Viva
My tits my boobs my lumps
As women, we’re all aware of the big BC—breast cancer. We’re told, warned, and advised to regularly check our breasts for lumps, bumps, or anything unusual. Once you have them, you should be checking them. And I always did. But as a young woman (32 as I write this), I never actually expected to find anything.
By Randa Ray4 years ago in Viva
5 intimate questions all females want to be answered
The female body is one of God's most unique creatures on this planet. This body was made as a self-sustaining machine with indicators that sound the alarm every time anything goes wrong. The best way to make sure you keep this body in perfect shape and working order is to inquire about changes that make you uncomfortable.
By Abika4 years ago in Viva
Womb Facts Every Woman Should Know
I remember when I got pregnant with my one and only child and morning sickness kicked in and then it kept kicking in. I remember thinking, "nobody told me that morning sickness doesn't just happen in the morning." Then as the pregnancy progressed and I felt my insides literally shift to make room for the baby I was going to be carrying, I remember again thinking that nobody told me I'd feel this either.
By Lishone P.4 years ago in Viva
The Most Burning Questions Around the Pill Answered
For women who choose to go onto the pill, it’s a big decision. There are many contraceptive options out there, and while the internet means we now have more access to information on contraception than ever before, it can also be filled with misinformation.
By Caitlin Purvis4 years ago in Viva
Vacuum therapy for breast enlargement
Most of women are now suffering from breast problems associated with gravity and ageing. As they age, their breasts usually experience lack of elasticity and then become saggy, which is an inevitable process that is widely-acknowledged. Some of them feel self-conscious about being in that condition and even lose confidence in themselves. Actually, this is the situation where the vacuum therapy comes in, through which most of women are expected to have youthfully firmer breasts and regain self-confidence. There are several non-surgical treatments out there on the market. The popular one is vacuum therapy. So what is it and what advantages does it have？
By Tina Woo4 years ago in Viva
A kid is a choice
My sister is pregnant. That is great, of course. Fantastic even. A baby in your belly, a magical miracle. Well, for some people that is. I am truly happy for my sister (and her boyfriend), because getting pregnant is anything but a given. So when this dream finally does come true, it's the best thing ever. A dream of many, but not one of my dreams. And that is totally okay. Isn't it?
By Sterre Blokdijk4 years ago in Viva
It took a secret Instagram page...
I like to say that I’m far removed from SU’s current climate of toxicity but with seeing the posts from @speakoutsu and today’s news cycle, I feel compelled to say something. Honestly, it’s triggering.
By Lexi Pratt4 years ago in Viva
I Consented, But Not To This
I’m sitting in a job talk presentation for a potential new faculty member and suddenly the word “stealthing” slaps me in the face. Memories of a painful experience come flooding back into my mind with a new power, now that it has a name. Five years earlier, I consented, but not to this.
By Simone N. Durham 4 years ago in Viva