Tumblr user literallyaflame:

there is a huge difference between criticizing an institution and criticizing individual behavior. i can criticize the makeup industry without criticizing the 14 year old girl who uses concealer because she’s self-conscious about her acne; i can criticize the plastic surgery industry without vilifying the woman who decided to get a nose job after two decades of pointed comments and bullying. it is intellectually dishonest to respond to an institutional criticism as if it were a personal attack; on the flip side, it is cruel and unnecessary to leverage personal attacks in the name of institutional criticism

if i see one (1) more person respond to a perfectly reasonable beauty-industry-critical sentiment with “but i personally enjoy eyeshadow. why are you attacking people who like eyeshadow :(” or “exactly, all women who wear makeup are miserable and brainwashed” i am going to climb a tree and bite the top of it source

Transcript: "Intimacy These Days

"How is the heaviness today / how is your coffee /
what are you having for breakfast / here is a funny picture I thought you'd like /
here is that sweater I said I might buy / haha look at this dog /
this house / this article / this recipe /
did I tell you about my dinner / did I tell you what my mother said /
did I tell you the story about the time / how was your walk /
how was your call with your sister / what show are you watching /
what show should I watch / will I like it /
will I feel something / have you felt anything lately /
are you sleeping / are you eating /
are you reading anything good / I don't think anyone is washing their hair regularly /
I don't think anyone realizes the weight that they are carrying /
how many sweatpants is too many sweatpants for one person to own /
do you want to talk about it / should we try breathing exercises /
should we try making bread / should we try becoming crafty / source

Thank you Welcoming Schools!

The Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor is a troubling step backward for educational equity. By narrowing the scope of legal protections for students facing discrimination and marginalization, the ruling risks weakening the very systems meant to safeguard young people in our schools. As educators, we know that learning can only happen when students feel safe, supported, and affirmed. This decision underscores the urgent need for continued advocacy, policy reform, and unwavering commitment to creating inclusive school environments where every student can thrive. We will not be silent—we will continue to lead with courage, compassion, and conviction. source

True Respect. source

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