No matter how fun Thanksgiving may be, being surrounded by your loud family for 12+ hours is always chaotic and draining. Enter, retail therapy. I am not ashamed to admit that Black Friday/Cyber Monday is my "Treat Yo' Self" weekend and it should be yours, too! Here’s a list of killer sales and perfect treats for you and you alone ;)
Read MoreYou are probably aware of Thanksgiving’s problematic history (the root of which is Native American oppression) and may feel a sense of discomfort when celebrating the holiday. But this year you don’t have to swallow your shame with wine and turkey—you can acknowledge Thanksgiving’s troubling history while participating in your family traditions. I’ve shared six ways to do so, a few including alternative holidays for you and yours.
Read MoreAfter you fill out your ballot, be sure to take mobilize those close to you to vote as well! Here are six simple steps on how to do so.
Read MoreIt is no secret that I love horror and I love books—particularly audiobooks. Since the Halloween season is almost over I decided to share some books to help you keep things “spooky” these last few days of October. Here are my top five favorite horror novels that are sure to give you the creeps.
Read MoreI have compiled a list of deadlines and requirements for voting in each U.S. state. There are even instagram stories with deadlines in this post that you are free to use on your own social media. Remind your followers to register!
If you have the right vote, now is the time to exercise it.
Read MoreWith each bit of news I have consumed on Kavanaugh since the testimonies, I feed a heat that burns me internally rather than fuels my outspokenness and activism. I am causing damage to myself instead of standing for what I believe in.
So this is a reminder that it is okay to take a break from the news and the fight. You have to take care of yourself, too.
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