Why Do My Friends Insist On Calling Me Their ‘Black Best Friend’?
I know that we are different, and we should recognize and accept those differences, while knowing that those differences don’t make us more or less than people.
I know that we are different, and we should recognize and accept those differences, while knowing that those differences don’t make us more or less than people.
Did you know that if you wrote down all of the things you and everyone else in the world are procrastinating on right this moment, the paper would circle the world over 3 million times?
I don’t know where you are or who you are or what you do for fun or who your friends are. And I’m okay with that. I am finally okay with that.
1. Burning bridges every time someone disappoints you will make you an island.
As an Asian-American female, my experiences with racism (and sexism) are hurtful, but vastly different from those of the Michael Browns of the world.
Call me a masochist, a repeat offender, whatever you would like. I was blind and in love.
“Don’t worry ‘bout a thing, ‘cause every little thing’s gonna be alright!” – Bob Marley
I thought my divorce would be the worst thing that ever happened to me, but I’m surprised to say I’m a lot happier.
I have never considered myself a feminist. I am not the type of university girl that normally feels empowered enough to post another article from Upworthy or an editorial piece on women’s rights from another liberal-leaning post. I have never felt right or worthy enough to speak up until now.
1. Thinking like a man.