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The Internet Needs to Be Smashed and Rebuilt

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 10189 implied HN points • 22 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Internet Media Government Information Empowerment
  1. The Internet has become a barrier to understanding and access to information. It used to help people, but now it's harder to find reliable news.
  2. Many people question the trustworthiness of news sources, indicating a general distrust in media. This makes it tough to locate credible information.
  3. There's a call for a major overhaul of the Internet to make it a better tool for knowledge and empowerment again. The idea is to rebuild it from the ground up.

The secret I’ve been keeping from you

Granted • 10821 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
📚 Literature Books Authorship Empowerment Self-Improvement
  1. The book "Hidden Potential" by Adam Grant explores how progress is more about motivation and opportunity than talent.
  2. We all have hidden potential, and it's not just for underdogs or late bloomers, but for everyone in schools, teams, and workplaces.
  3. The focus should be on the progress made along the way towards achieving goals, not just reaching peaks.

There Will Be Blood

The Vajenda • 3734 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Medicine Empowerment Education Science
  1. The menstrual cycle is a unique and vital aspect of human biology.
  2. Historically, female physiology has been viewed as inferior, leading to inadequate research and medical care for those who menstruate.
  3. Education and knowledge about menstruation are crucial to combat misinformation and empower individuals to advocate for their health.
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The curse of f*ckability

The Shift With Sam Baker • 738 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Gender Ageing Empowerment Sexuality
  1. The concept of 'fuckability' is a curse that affects women from puberty and beyond, with societal expectations and objectification causing harm.
  2. Women, especially as they age, are rejecting the societal pressure of being seen as 'fuckable' and embracing their independence and experiences.
  3. The issue of 'fuckability' is deeply intertwined with power dynamics and ownership over women, beyond just physical appearance.

Le couple et l’argent : Pourquoi les hommes sont plus riches que les femmes ?

L'Atelier Galita • 339 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gender Equality Financial Literacy Relationships Empowerment Parenting
  1. The gender wealth gap can start from childhood with differences in pocket money and how boys and girls are taught to manage money.
  2. Couples often have unequal financial dynamics, with women shouldering more unpaid domestic work and facing financial vulnerabilities during and after relationships.
  3. It's important for women to prioritize financial independence, have open conversations about money, and be aware of economic abuse in relationships.

Asking for Accommodations as a Higher-Weight Person Part 1

Weight and Healthcare • 499 implied HN points • 28 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Body positivity Healthcare access Advocacy Empowerment
  1. Places should be set up to accommodate everyone, but this isn't always the case. People may need to ask for accommodations due to factors like size, disability, or other marginalized identities.
  2. Asking for accommodations can bring up emotional challenges like stress and shame. It's important to know that asking for accommodations is not asking for special treatment, but rather for the same access others already have.
  3. There are approaches to requesting accommodations, such as determining when to ask, who to ask, how to ask, and what to do if the request is denied. It's crucial to remember that requesting accommodations is not about seeking special favors, but ensuring equal access.

Learning how to ask for more

Men Yell at Me • 221 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Sexuality Motherhood Relationships Self-discovery Empowerment
  1. Learning how to ask for more in relationships is important for personal growth and fulfillment.
  2. It can be empowering for women to challenge societal norms and ask for more in their lives.
  3. Exploring and understanding one's needs and desires can lead to healthier and more satisfying experiences, especially in intimate relationships.

PP #36 | On the Difference between Support and Empowerment, EQ and Empathy, and Sleeping through Storms

The Leadership Lab • 19 implied HN points • 11 Sep 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Empowerment Emotional Intelligence Leadership Mental health Self-care
  1. Try empowering instead of just supporting others; empower them to find their own strength and solutions.
  2. Emotional intelligence goes beyond empathy; it includes understanding and managing your own feelings, not just those of others.
  3. Preventing problems is as important as solving them; sometimes the calm preparedness to handle storms is more valuable than being a heroic problem-solver.

Pourquoi TheFamily?

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jul 16
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Education Empowerment
  1. TheFamily supports French entrepreneurs with a mission to challenge the status quo and build an infrastructure based on knowledge and experience.
  2. Education should focus on maximizing individual potential rather than standardized programs and prestigious credentials.
  3. Entrepreneurship is not limited to starting a business; it's about driving change, making an impact, and constantly learning and iterating.