It is an idea I have had for awhile now, and am genuinely surprised that no one talks about it. Even when I mention it and try to explain my way of thinking I often get scoffed at. However, enough is enough. I get a growing and unsettling feeling at the pit of my stomach that something big is going… Read more →
Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer- My Thoughts
This quote, from Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer, is my favorite remark from his detailed story and personal account of everything that is wrong with today’s modern way of producing and eating meat. The book is Foer’s examination of factory farming; the suffering of sentient beings, morality of humans and their willingness to do nothing, and the impact… Read more →
OMG Great News, Where Did You Get It?
Let me start off by saying that my thoughts and prayers go out to those families affected by the recent tragedies that took place in Pittsburg over the weekend. The aftermath that follows these awful situations is brutal and something no one should have to suffer through. If you haven’t heard much about it, here is an article that debriefs… Read more →
The Internet Embraces Hate Speech
Hate speech is something that will always be around. People will always be able to speak their mind, because we all have a right to. Freedom of speech gives us all the opportunity to say what we want, when we want, of course with limitations on how harmful it is to someone physically. I have never had an issue with… Read more →
America: The land of the free to shoot whoever you want
Minorities & Mental Health
Mental health security is a touchy and vital topic to discuss for every single person, but for people of color, the issue has different vines to grapple with. Regarding the lack of representation we see in the health providers, cultural assumptions that tie it to weakness, and lack of resources, time, and money to receive the care even when… Read more →
Allies Need to Stand Up Now More Than Ever
Surprise surprise, the Trump Administration has found a new target to attack, and this might be one of the most dangerous. Transgender people are in serious danger of being erased and it is our job as allies to fight with and for them. Read more →
Misconstrued Gender Roles In Halloween
I was celebrating this festive month by binge watching a ton of Halloween movies that just so happened to be streaming on Sling TV. As I was watching one movie in specific I realized how gender stereotypical everything was and how different women were portrayed to men. This movie in specific got me so heated that I decided to write… Read more →
Be Aware of Where You Shop
Who doesn’t love cute trendy clothes at an insanely affordable price? No one, right? Well the factory workers in third world countries and our environment doesn’t. I know one can easily get lured into these big brands at the mall or these up and coming online stores that sell clothes at a really low rate. You’re probably thinking there’s no… Read more →
Culture vs. Identity
Identity is a concept that challenges each and every one of us. Some people have confidence in their identity, the way they live, they way they express themselves, their entirety and being. More often than not, people struggle with self identity for years. The best part about your identity, is being able to figure it out on your own. … Read more →