I wrote an article on the Gothic subculture called "Goths Are Artists" to educate those unfamiliar with it. It's my attempt to help end some of the discrimination and misunderstanding surrounding the community. With this article, I would like to focus on an issue within the community that I was personally surprised to learn about, … Continue reading Diversity in Outcasts: Ending Racism in the Gothic Subculture
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Accepting Bisexuality: Discrimination Within the LGBT Community
Bisexuals have a unique struggle. They aren't fully accepted in the straight world or the gay world. Bisexual Pride Flag on canvas. By Author. Bisexuals are marginalized in the LGBT+ community. Heterosexuals don't think they're straight enough and homosexuals don't think they're gay enough; even though, they can relate to both sides. Luckily, some people are trying … Continue reading Accepting Bisexuality: Discrimination Within the LGBT Community
From Jesus to Isis: Journey of a Pagan
An article on my spiritual journey from Christianity to paganism, and the knowledge I gained. For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to live in ancient Egypt. Beginning in elementary school, I loved hearing about tribes and earth-based gods during history classes. Sometime, in middle school, I became especially interested in witchcraft and Wicca … Continue reading From Jesus to Isis: Journey of a Pagan
The Devil: Lucifer vs. Satan vs. Satanism
Who and what is "the devil?" Is it the fallen angel, Lucifer? Is it Satan? Is it the focus of the practice of Satanism? Are these things even related? https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/43/William_Blake_%281757-1827%29_-_Satan_Calling_Up_His_Legions_%28from_John_Milton%27s_%27Paradise_Lost%27%29_-_486264_-_National_Trust.jpg William Blake, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Lucifer was considered God's favorite angel, until he demanded more. Before you think this is still sinful behavior, … Continue reading The Devil: Lucifer vs. Satan vs. Satanism
Female Hysteria: Gender Inequality as a Medical Condition
Women have been controlled socially and medically to maintain the power of authorities. Thankfully, some women have successfully taken that power back. In the 19th century, female hysteria was diagnosed frequently; especially, in housewives. Doctors believed that it was caused by an overactive uterus that floats around the body. Symptoms focused around a general lack of satisfaction … Continue reading Female Hysteria: Gender Inequality as a Medical Condition
Anxiety and Anger: Meltdowns vs. Tantrums
A meltdown and a tantrum appear similar, but they are two separate things. Using them interchangeably is damaging to the person having a meltdown. Here is an article on why. "Tantrum: A tantrum, temper tantrum, meltdown or hissy fit is an emotional outburst, usually associated with children or those in emotional distress, that is typically … Continue reading Anxiety and Anger: Meltdowns vs. Tantrums
What it Means to Identify as Genderqueer
What happens when you don't identify as strictly masculine or feminine? How do you label yourself, when neither "man" nor "woman" feels comfortable? It could mean that you're nonbinary or genderqueer. To understand what these related terms mean, one needs to understand why some LGBT have decided to self-identify as "queer" in the first place. … Continue reading What it Means to Identify as Genderqueer
Emotionally Scarred: An Acne Story
"You have a perfect complexion." It's a compliment I have received frequently. Each time, I question whether or not to confess, "I'm wearing foundation because I suffer from acne." I know that I'm not wearing it for them to compliment me. I wear it for myself. I like having the ability to forget that it's … Continue reading Emotionally Scarred: An Acne Story
A Persistent Pain: Living with Migraines
Over-the-Counter Pill Popper I first started getting migraines in elementary school. They used to come at the end of the day during the bus rides home. My mom didn't know what they were. We assumed they were regular headaches. There were many afternoons of Tylenol. Then, it was Advil. Followed by Motrin. After that, it … Continue reading A Persistent Pain: Living with Migraines
Goth as a Mainstream Trend
What happens when Goth fashion is used as a mainstream trend? I've been a strictly black-cotton clothes with red, purple or pink lipstick Goth since 2004. It wasn't until 2016 that I began to wear black lipstick on occasion. Before then, the last time that I had worn black lipstick was at a very young age … Continue reading Goth as a Mainstream Trend
