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Understanding the Complexities of Gender: Sam Killermann at TEDxUofIChicago

2013

Sam Killermann is a comedian and social justice advocate, and the guy behind It’s Pronounced Metrosexual, a one-man comedy show and blog about snap judgments, identity, and oppression (but in a totally funny way).

16:29 min

Taking the Shock Out of Culture Shock: Helping Students Navigate Transitions, Part Two

Culture shock is deeply personal; its effects on body and mind vary. Some might feel lonely and homesick, while others feel frustration over how things work in the new place.

Article
Inga Ackerman
2022
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Dealing with Impostor Syndrome When You’re Treated as an Impostor

Impostor syndrome is not a unique feeling, but some researchers believe it hits minority groups harder.

Article
Kristin Wong
2018
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These Teen Girls Are Fighting for a More Just Future

Like legions of Black women before them, these four young activists are building a better tomorrow.

Article
Jessica Bennett
2020
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Model Harnaam Kaur Says Her Beard Is a Blessing

Meet the model and body activist challenging beauty norms, bullies, and online trolls.

Article
Hillary Gillis
2017
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Why Body Image Issues Pervade the Gay Community

Body image issues aren’t unique to bi or gay men, but toxic thoughts pertaining to self-worth and physical care have become dangerously prevalent within the MSM (men seeking men) community.

Article
Nick Levine
2020
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Becoming Gay: The Journey to Self-Acceptance

Now revised and updated for the 21st century, Becoming Gay is the classic guide on how to accept one’s homosexuality. By exploring the psychological development of gay men through personal case histories—including his own—Dr.

Book
Richard Isay
2025
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Diversify Your Identity

Just like with financial diversification, you should also invest in several different areas of your identity.

Article
Mark Manson
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Why We Define Ourselves by Our Jobs

We often see our jobs as a defining detail of who we are, yet too closely tying our identities to work can be dangerous. What can we do about it?

Article
Kate Morgan
2021
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Serena Williams: How Black Women Can Close the Pay Gap

Black women are 37 cents behind men in the pay gap—in other words, for every dollar a man makes, black women make 63 cents.

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Serena Williams
2017
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This Messy Magnificent Life: A Field Guide to Mind, Body, and Soul

With an introduction by Anne Lamott, This Messy Magnificent Life is a personal and exhilarating read on freeing ourselves from daily anxiety, lack, and discontent.

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Geneen Roth, Anne Lamott (introduction)
2019
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Gender Identity