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Horror and Hope
I am late entering this challenge, because I thought long and hard which woman has inspired me the most. I chose this person because I genuinely believe she deserves recognition for her outstanding skills and character in the face of adversity: Stanislawa Leszczyńska. She was a Polish midwife who was incarcerated in Auschwitz in 1943. She attended many births during that time. 3,000 babies were born under her care.
Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)Published 10 days ago in VivaWomen Know Hockey, Stop Pretending They Don't
Gather 'round, readers! Today is International Women's Day, and I have a story to tell. In 2014, I watched and followed the hockey games from that year's Winter Olympics. I watched the US men's team reach the semifinals of the tournament, which are the medal rounds. We faced Canada. We lost to Canada, because of course we do. So we had to play for Bronze. We faced off against Finland. Finland beat us like we stole something. A 6-0 loss in the Bronze Medal Game, while Canada defeated Sweden to get the Gold.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished 10 days ago in VivaHey Girl
I remember going to get Chinese food after church every Sunday as a kid and I would obsess over the fact that my animal according to the Chinese calendar was the dragon. As a little girl, I remember thinking I was special because I was the most mystic of all the creatures! Anyone born in the year of 1988 was the year of the dragon, and so an animal represents each new year. The order of the animal signs is fixed, with the dragon being the fifth in the cycle, therefore the “Year of the Dragon” is 2024.
Natasha CollazoPublished 21 days ago in VivaWhat Is A Woman?
When I see videos like the one below with Charlie Kirk persistently asking college students one question, "What is a woman?" and students stumbling to answer or seemingly not able to give him an answer that would satisfy his inquisitive mind, as a teacher I'm baffled.
Lana V LynxPublished 4 months ago in VivaIs Personal Agency Only for the Young?
I am angry. This week I was Threading through Threads and came across a post from a woman that said, among other things: "How can I make my mother stop coloring her hair and just go grey? She's 62 and not fooling anyone; she and her friends are old and it's time that she acts her age."
Judey KalchikPublished 4 months ago in VivaTwelve Months With No Period!
If you are a woman between the ages of 45 and 55, you know the significance of twelve successive months with no period. It means, according to medical experts, IT’S OVER!!!
Rebecca MortonPublished 4 months ago in VivaIntroducing the New Article Series: "The Ugly Truth About Fat" (working title)
Lately, I've been in a particularly deep depression and shame spiral. There are many causes and many things that are worsening the situation, but somehow, in my mind, everything that goes badly in my life seems invariably tied into my weight.
Lena FolkertPublished 5 months ago in VivaPCOS and Me
I never wanted children. That's the cosmic joke; as a teenager, and even a young adult, I was decided against the idea of having children. Not because I dislike them in any way, but because I was certain I was not mother material. Then, after years of work on my mental health, after getting out of a bad relationship, after calming my fears I had a thought -
S. A. CrawfordPublished 5 months ago in Viva
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You are not alone. Together we can de-stigmatize speaking out about our experiences with sexual harassment, assault, and more.
Swaay
SWAAY is a ground-breaking media and online publishing company that harnesses the style and glamour of today’s business-minded woman. SWAAY is dedicated to celebrating the stories of established and emerging entrepreneurs to advance more women into the forefronts of innovation and entrepreneurship through visually inspiring and intellectually engaging content.
Body Talk
Your body, your choice? A place to debate and discuss the complexities and controversies surrounding women's' health issues, reproductive rights, and bodily autonomy.
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Harmony's Tapestry: Embracing Religious Diversity in Indonesia
In the heart of Indonesia, where the sun kisses the land with warmth and the breeze carries whispers of ancient tales, lies a tapestry woven with threads of diversity and harmony. It's a land where religions coexist like colors in a vibrant painting, each adding its own hue to the canvas of life.
Steve Guttenberg - Philosopher of Positivity For Our End Times?
A voice reaches my ear from across the room. Some guy is doing positive-speak or something. Affirmations? A guided meditation? I can’t tell.
Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!!Published 4 days ago in VivaThe CEO: Reviewing Mercedes Moné's AEW Debut
At long last, after so much anticipation, she has arrived! AEW's "Big Business" special episode of Dynamite kicked off with the long awaited and long overdue debut of Mercedes Moné, the former Sasha Banks. This has been teased for at least the moment after she was shown at All Out last year, but to those who have really followed and supported Mercedes, this has been teased ever since WWE's bullshit ran her out yet again.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished 5 days ago in VivaThe Best Summer Activities for Families: Fun Ideas for Everyone
Summer is a season filled with warmth, vibrancy, and endless possibilities, making it the perfect time for families to create lasting memories together. With the sun shining brightly and the days stretching longer, the quest for fun, engaging, and enriching activities that cater to everyone in the family becomes paramount. Whether you're looking to soak in the beauty of nature, embark on thrilling adventures, or simply enjoy some quality time together, this blog post is your ultimate guide to making the most out of your summer. Here are some handpicked summer activities that promise fun for everyone in the family:
YathirajaSampathKumar K RPublished 5 days ago in VivaI Feel Like A Woman?
In light of internal ponderings and International Women’s Day, I feel the urge to write about being, well, a woman and a grown-up.
Amethyst ChampagnePublished 6 days ago in VivaRuth - The Dragon Beside Me
I really hate that phrase..."not all heroes wear capes." It just feels overused. However, I feel it's an apt phrase to use for the Dragon beside me, the only Dragon I want or need in my life.
Paul StewartPublished 7 days ago in VivaThe Dragon Beside Me
I’ve always been around color. Colorful outfits that my mother would buy me, to represent our culture. Colorful fruit I ate as a child grown and picked with the tired hands of my people.
- Top Story - March 2024
Women Know Hockey, Stop Pretending They Don't
Gather 'round, readers! Today is International Women's Day, and I have a story to tell. In 2014, I watched and followed the hockey games from that year's Winter Olympics. I watched the US men's team reach the semifinals of the tournament, which are the medal rounds. We faced Canada. We lost to Canada, because of course we do. So we had to play for Bronze. We faced off against Finland. Finland beat us like we stole something. A 6-0 loss in the Bronze Medal Game, while Canada defeated Sweden to get the Gold.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished 10 days ago in Viva
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