Advocacy
The Power of Self-Pride: Why Believing in Yourself Changes Everything ( Part - 2 )
Chapter 4: Real-Life Stories of Self-Pride Transformation Self-pride is not just an idea—it’s a lived experience. It’s the fire that keeps burning in people who have been told they’re “too much,” “not enough,” or “don’t belong.” In this chapter, we celebrate those who took their pain and turned it into power—because they believed in themselves, even when no one else did.
By Afia Sikder10 months ago in Pride
The Power of Self-Pride: Why Believing in Yourself Changes Everything
🔶 Chapter 1: Understanding Self-Pride at Its Core In a world constantly pushing us to compare ourselves with others, self-pride becomes not just a personal trait, but a powerful act of resistance. However, exactly what is self-pride? Why is it so crucial to our identity and way of life? What exactly is self-pride? Self-pride is the deep, internal sense of respect, love, and value that we hold for ourselves—regardless of external validation. It’s the voice inside that says, “I matter. I am adequate. I am deserving. It is not the same as arrogance, which is motivated by a desire to feel superior to other people. Comparison is not required for self-pride. It's about speaking your truth without interfering with others'. Imagine a child drawing something with pure joy and pride—even if it's messy—in their effort. That is the essence of self-pride: a genuine, unfiltered appreciation of one's own existence. Self-Pride's Psychology Psychologists frequently discuss self-esteem, or how we feel about our perception of ourselves, and self-concept, or how we see ourselves. The intersection of these two is self-pride. It develops from:
By Afia Sikder10 months ago in Pride
How I Learned to Take Pride in Who I Am
Title: How I Learned to Take Pride in Who I Am Introduction: The Search for IdentityFrom childhood to adulthood, we are constantly bombarded with messages about who we should be. The pressure to conform to social and cultural norms, family expectations, and other standards can cause us to forget who we really are. This is the story of how I finally learned to be proud of who I am, let go of shame, and embrace my authentic self. It’s not just my journey—but one many of us share in different ways.
By Afia Sikder10 months ago in Pride
How I Learned to Take Pride in Who I Am
Title: How I Learned to Take Pride in Who I Am Introduction: The Search for IdentityFrom childhood to adulthood, we are constantly bombarded with messages about who we should be. The pressure to conform to social and cultural norms, family expectations, and other standards can cause us to forget who we really are. This is the story of how I finally learned to be proud of who I am, let go of shame, and embrace my authentic self. It’s not just my journey—but one many of us share in different ways.
By Afia Sikder10 months ago in Pride
There is Nothing Fake About My Oppression
Well, that was a fun thing to wake up to this morning... That was sarcasm, in case it wasn’t obvious. If you squint, stand on your head, and are extremely drunk, you can almost see her point: many Aromantic and Asexual individuals don’t experience the same kind of overt oppression that many Gay, Lesbian amd Trans individuals do. Instead, we experience a lot of the exclusionary and overlapping edges type of oppression.
By Natasja Rose10 months ago in Pride
Kamugo Genuine Leather Handbags for Women: Honest Review & Styling Guide
The Allure of a Well-Made Leather Handbag There’s something undeniably special about a genuine leather handbag—the rich texture, the way it ages beautifully, and the confidence it brings to any outfit. If you’ve been searching for a high-quality yet affordable leather bag, Kamugo genuine leather handbags for women might have caught your eye.
By David Femboy11 months ago in Pride
There is no LGB without the T
Section One: What is TDOV? Why is it important? Annually on March 31, people all over the world honour Trans Day of Visibility: a celebration of trans and non binary communities, and an acknowledgement of the discrimination and violence faced by transgender people every day. Each year, it seems, transgender hate crimes rise. Each year, hundreds of trans and non binary people are murdered around the world. Trans Day of Visibility is crucial in recognizing and challenging the unbridled transphobia that makes society run.
By Antiquity Anecdotes11 months ago in Pride
Baseball Is for Everyone: Part 2
Back in January, I wrote a story about baseball being everyone's sport. In other words, America's pastime should be enjoyed by all fans, not just for a select few. My previous story on this topic was one of the Top Stories for that month, which I was very honored. I discussed the origins of Pride Night not only in Major League Baseball, but in other sports leagues. On top of that, I went in on those who were highly opposed to these events. I'll have a link to the original story down below. In this story, I'll be talking about online baseball communities and baseball content creators.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 11 months ago in Pride
I Can Be Both
Greetings, Vocal readers. It's been a while since I've written a story. The following story may ruffle a few feathers and raise a few eyebrows. However, I want everyone to hear me out for a few minutes. Religion is a taboo and touchy subject for most people. Growing up in Texas, I attended church with my family almost every Sunday. When I left home for college years later, I attended a local church, and I loved the people there. Just to remind everyone that this was around 2010: two years before officially coming out as a gay man. At the time, I was still hiding my true self from everyone. When I finally came out in 2012, I repeatedly asked myself this question to myself: "Now that I've come out as gay, will God love me as I am?" Even after I stopped going to that church and then I moved to a new area after I graduated from college, I was still seeking a church that was gay friendly. In the spring of 2013, I found a church in my area that wasn't far from where I was living at the time...or so I thought. I attended that church for a month before leaving it for good. The reason? They were regurgitating anti-gay rhetoric. It broke my heart that people always assume the worst about us when they don't even know us personally. Christians would tell everyone to love one another but would waste no time degrading and dehumanizing gay people at every opportunity. Some, not all, Christians are walking hypocrites. I wouldn't say that I was an Atheist, per se, but I want to be able to accept myself and believe in God at the same time.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 11 months ago in Pride
Gender Affirming Care Isn't Just For Trans People
What is gender affirming care? Upon hearing these words, most people think of the transgender community. It's a phrase most commonly used to refer to the hormones or surgeries taken by trans and non binary people. In the media, this is all it means. Gender affirming care is a range of social, psychological, and medical interventions designed to confirm and support a person's gender identity. In simpler terms, gender affirming care can be anything that makes a person feel more confident in their identity - whether they're trans or not.
By Antiquity Anecdotes11 months ago in Pride
