So you got a job interview - congratulations! The hardest part is over. You've gotten your foot in the door, and they're interested enough to want to know more. But now you're panicking about how to give them more. No worries, you proud professional petunia. We've got your back. Check out the organization The best thing … Continue reading How To Prepare for a Job Interview
Tag: Feminism
The Evolution of Crybaby Characters
If I asked you to name some strong, empowered female characters, it'd be easy to come up with a handful of answers on the spot: Jynn Urso, Cersei Lannister, Captain Janeway, Belinda Blumenthal, Black Widow, any Sigourney Weaver character. There's definitely no shortage of kickass female heroes in our media these days. It's like a … Continue reading The Evolution of Crybaby Characters
5 Awesome Mythological Women
Mythologies all over the world feature strong, terrifying women and goddesses. But all I really know about is Greek mythology, so that's what we're going for today. It's party time. 1. Circe If you know even the tiniest bit about Greek mythology, you know about Circe. She was basically the first-ever witch, except given the … Continue reading 5 Awesome Mythological Women
How to Pick a Razor
This post is in tribute to every woman who’s stood in a CVS staring dumbfounded at the razor options as decision fatigue starts to overwhelm her. I see you. I understand you. I’m sorry that happened to you. It happened to me too, so I fell down a google rabbit hole trying to find out … Continue reading How to Pick a Razor
Guest Blog: How To Balance Work & Motherhood
There aren’t many experiences in your life quite like becoming a mom for the first time. When my son came, the first three months of his life were a roller coaster of emotions for him, for me, for everyone. By month four, I had some of it figured out: I understood his cries, got him … Continue reading Guest Blog: How To Balance Work & Motherhood
9 Kickass American Women Who Will Strengthen Your Patriotism
This year, we celebrated America by celebrating ourselves. Take a break from your 4th of July hangover and instead read about some of our favorite kickass American women. Women who inspire us - in art, in science, in beauty, in strength of spirit. We love them, and we love you. Happy 5th of July, … Continue reading 9 Kickass American Women Who Will Strengthen Your Patriotism
HTLYT’s Word of the Year for 2018: Persistence
Hey, 2018! It's nice to finally meet you. There was a ton of hopeful lead-up to your arrival, and so far, besides the whole Tide Pods thing, it seems warranted. Look, I realize this is about four weeks late - you've been here awhile, and I should've acknowledged you sooner. But bro, I don't think … Continue reading HTLYT’s Word of the Year for 2018: Persistence
The #MeToo Movement
To all of the women and men coming forward and joining the #MeToo movement, I hear you, and I appreciate you. It takes courage to speak about such deep scars, and more courage still to hold your head up in the face of a society that's more offended by victims sharing their stories than it … Continue reading The #MeToo Movement
Why Every Girl Needs A Kim
It's not a secret that I'm going through a slump right now. You can tell because of my whiny, self-indulgent previous post, plus the fact that I keep missing weeks of blogging which (I like to think) is unusual for me. I nearly missed this week, too; I watched as the afternoon came and went, … Continue reading Why Every Girl Needs A Kim
My Eyes Are Up Here (Not On My Husband’s Face)
In the last few weeks, I've learned a lot about grown-up-hood. Specifically, a lot about house-buying. Like how many steps there are to house-buying, and how you're not allowed to skip any or do them out of order. I've also learned not to drive through that really expensive neighborhood 'just for fun,' because then all … Continue reading My Eyes Are Up Here (Not On My Husband’s Face)