Trigger Warning: This article contains references to depression and suicide, which some readers may find disturbing. Currently, the individual referred to in this article is well, having sought out the help they felt they needed. They have opted to share their story to show solidarity and offer advice for anyone going through the same situation. …
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The Sister’s Project Shows Us What Muslim Women Are Really All About
Editor’s note: Be sure to check out the Instagram page associated with The Sister’s Project, chock full of the captivating stories of Muslim women from all walks of life, across Canada. There is no one, authentic, correct way to be a Muslim women, and the stories Alia has chosen to tell depict just this: A…
How to Survive Growing Up and Growing Apart from Family Values
“She looks so beautiful, doesn’t she? Smart, with ambition and passion,” my mother sighed deeply – her tears crashing down onto my 5th grade picture. After a slur of words muddled with tears, my mother put the picture back on top of the fireplace, and turned to me. “Oh, how much I miss you,” she…