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My Body, My Instagram, My Choice: How to Deal with Criticism
This morning I woke up with a sore throat. I don’t have mouthwash at home, nor have I ever bought it in my 40 years. I’d rather endure the pain than taste that fucking flavor of childhood filled with orders and insults again. Ignoring the sore throat, I brushed my teeth, washed my face, put on makeup, and stopped to see which of my attractive dresses I’d wear today for work. I chose the red one, short, out of spite. I always look brutal in it. I hurriedly dressed, put on red sandals, applied dark red lipstick, and left the house. Walking to work, my mind kept returning to the red mouthwash. Why the fuck am I thinking about this again? And this red dress, why today? I haven’t worn it in a hundred years... As soon as I stepped into the pit of the institution where I work, everything became clear. The looks from my colleagues explained everything and turned my subconscious into reality. Everything became clear all of a sudden. Fuck, I am that red mouthwash. Yes, I am Listerine, Lacalut, and Paradontax all together. And for the whole city. My city, where I live, work, and where I raise two daughters on my own. The city I fled to from my parents, sisters, ex-husband. From all the abusers in my life. Yet, this city became my new abuser. My mouth is being rinsed by anyone who wants. They even recognize me on the street. "There she is, the one from Instagram!" I sometimes hear behind me as I walk through the city. "What are you posting on Instagram, are you normal?", they occasionally ask me at work and at home. Is it possible that a private social media profile can cause such a commotion, and that I’ve become a target for both acquaintances and strangers, where anyone can shoot an arrow at me however they please? Some arrows hurt, I admit, they hit right at the center, but I was never one of those desperate people who cry for five days because they got only three likes on a picture they spent the whole day setting up. Maybe if they show a tit, they’ll get ten. I don’t care about likes, followers, or comments. I’ll post whatever I want, it’s my profile, I have the right to put my small tits, my shaved pussy, and my long legs on it. It’s my face, my body, who cares, block me, unfollow me, who gives a shit, no one is forcing you to watch... But everyone wants to watch. Especially those bitches from work. They share my pictures with each other, gossiping about them during breaks or in some bar in the evening. It’s become their soul food and a reason to hang out. "Hey, have you seen Tatjana’s new post on Insta... what a bitch... yeah, let’s talk about it tonight, same place, 7 p.m., okay?", one says to the other while passing in the smelly hallway of this miserable institution. Sometimes I even understand them, they’re all so unhappy, and this city is so dead that even I’m more interesting to them than their own lives. The only thing I don’t understand is how they don’t get tired of other people’s lives when all day long they watch and listen to just that – other people's life stories.
By Zoe SylvaVida11 months ago in Humans
Humanity: The Greatest Identity of Mankind
It was a cold winter night in the bustling city of New York. The streets were filled with Christmas lights, laughter, and the scent of roasted chestnuts. But amidst all the festivities, there was a man sitting on the sidewalk, shivering in his tattered clothes. His name was Jonathan.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy11 months ago in Humans
Life Struggle: A Battle on the Path to Dreams
The journey of life is fraught with difficulties and difficulties. Every person, regardless of their background, encounters difficulties in some way. Some struggle with financial difficulties, while others battle emotional turmoil, societal pressures, or personal insecurities. One thing remains constant in spite of these difficulties: the desire to achieve greater things, to overcome obstacles, and to realize dreams. The road to achieving one's goals is never easy; it is a battlefield in which perseverance, resilience, and determination are the weapons of success. The Nature of Conflict The struggle that comes with life is inevitable. We strengthen ourselves, evolve, and grow through struggle. Before taking their first confident steps, a child learning to walk falls countless times. This straightforward illustration captures the essence of life: failure and setbacks are necessary for growth. There would be no advancement if there were no struggles. Life’s challenges test our patience, strength, and willpower, pushing us to either give up or fight harder.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy12 months ago in Humans
The Rhythm of Renewal: Navigating the Dance of Change
Imagine stepping into a world of transformation—a secret adventure that starts around the age of 9 to 13 when a girl experiences her very first period. This moment marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey where hormones take center stage, orchestrating changes in the body, brain, and behavior. Welcome to the mesmerizing, ever-changing rhythm of the menstrual cycle.
By Eyo Otoabasi12 months ago in Humans
Unleash Your Potential: Embrace the Growth Mindset Revolution
Imagine life as a grand adventure where every challenge is a hidden opportunity waiting to be uncovered. Our mindset acts as the compass on this journey, directing us either toward the thrill of discovery or the safety of avoiding risks. There are two distinct ways of thinking: one that treats obstacles as chances to learn and grow, and one that shies away from difficulties, paralyzed by the fear of failure.
By Eyo Otoabasi12 months ago in Humans
Rhythm of Life: Unleashing Your Inner Clock
Ever notice how our bodies seem to follow a natural rhythm that dictates when we’re energized and when we feel like hitting snooze? It turns out that about one third of our lives is spent asleep, thanks to an internal clock known as the circadian rhythm. This fascinating biological cycle syncs our wakefulness with the rising and setting of the sun, guiding our sleep patterns and keeping us in tune with nature’s schedule.
By Eyo Otoabasi12 months ago in Humans
The Harsh Legacy Besides the Metal Mask
Metal Mask A Tool for Oppressing African Culture and Mastering Slaves How a slave master dehumanized his/her slaves was paramount to the system that held together the barbaric institution during slavery. Physical restraints, punishment and psychological tactics were similarly employed as slave masters sought to suppress labour and maintain their power, domination and control.
By Rohitha Lanka12 months ago in Humans
Feminist Vigilantism in Action: The Inspiring Story of Gulabi Gang. Content Warning.
The pink-colored house is in the secluded town of Attara. In a humble look, there are hundreds of women visiting the house every year due to all sorts of reasons, e.g., dowry demands, domestic violence, illegal harassment of family members, etc. All the common people do not know about it. One of the largest, most powerful, and most influential feminist vigilante organizations in the world has its base here. The Gulabi Gang.
By Hridya Sharma12 months ago in Humans
