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The Shifting State of Xiaohongshu

Off-Topic • 1012 implied HN points • 30 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Digital Media Social Networks Cultural Exchange Women's issues Consumer Culture
  1. Xiaohongshu started as a shopping guide app for Chinese travelers and has evolved into a huge social media platform focused on lifestyle content and e-commerce.
  2. The app has become popular among women, offering a supportive community where users can share experiences and advice, making it a safe space for many.
  3. Recently, many Americans flocked to Xiaohongshu looking for a TikTok alternative, leading to cultural exchanges that highlighted shared human desires despite differences.

Women Running Barefoot

The Reclamation Era • 239 implied HN points • 09 Sep 24
🎭️ Culture Women's issues Personal Growth Storytelling Emotional Wellbeing Community support
  1. Even when life feels overwhelming, we can find strength to keep going. It's okay to have ups and downs; that’s part of life.
  2. Having a support system is vital, especially during tough times. The connection with others can help us heal and feel less alone.
  3. Sometimes, breaking down is necessary for growth. It's important to feel our emotions and understand that they can lead to positive change.

Have you hit "peak ENOUGH"?

The Shift With Sam Baker • 958 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture TV shows Women's issues Storytelling Society
  1. The Shift With Sam Baker newsletter and podcast explores moments in TV shows or movies that resonate with audiences due to their truthful impact, sparking strong emotional reactions from viewers.
  2. The post discusses a powerful monologue from the character Rose Aguineau in True Detective, highlighting the theme of self-acceptance and finding peace with one's past and present.
  3. There's a focus on the idea of reaching a point of 'having enough' in life, symbolizing a turning point where individuals may reassess their choices and seek a quieter, more meaningful existence.

🌍 👩🏿‍🤝‍👩🏽 Building a digital lifeline for women around the world

New_ Public • 412 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Community Women's issues Online Platforms
  1. Lola Omolola started a Facebook group, Female IN (FIN), which became a vital lifeline for over two million women worldwide.
  2. Facebook, despite its issues, is still a significant tool for relationship-building and is low-cost, making it impactful for communities like FIN.
  3. Community stewardship in FIN relies on a strong team of volunteers from within the community, creating a supportive and self-policing environment.
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Ageism Part III: Getting Hired

Ladyparts • 978 implied HN points • 15 Apr 22
🎭️ Culture Ageism Employment Women's issues
  1. Older women face challenges in getting hired that often go unnoticed and unaddressed.
  2. Ageism is a topic that is vast and underreported, with potential for further exploration, such as in the intersection of AI and ageism.
  3. Consider subscribing to Ladyparts for more insightful content on ageism and related issues.

Gaze At My Navel

The Reclamation Era • 99 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
📚 Literature Memoir Writing Women's issues Self-Expression Parenting
  1. It's easy to feel the need to apologize or add disclaimers when sharing personal stories, especially for women. This often comes from wanting to be liked and accepted.
  2. Embracing our own stories without insecurity is important. Everyone's experiences matter and women especially should feel empowered to share theirs without shame.
  3. Letting go of the need for approval can help us grow. It's okay if not everyone likes what we present; the focus should be on being true to ourselves.

Struggling with perimenopause?

The Shift With Sam Baker • 19 implied HN points • 26 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Menopause Healthcare Women's issues
  1. The UK government's response to menopause in the workplace may not be supportive for women over 40, regardless of background.
  2. The delayed response to the Women and Equalities Committee Report on Menopause and the Workplace highlighted a lack of enthusiasm from the government.
  3. The Shift With Sam Baker publication discusses important issues like menopause support in the workplace, for which one must be a paid subscriber to access.

The Fundie Baby Voice

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 1 HN point • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political culture Social Commentary Conservatism Women's issues Feminism
  1. The 'fundie baby voice' is a soft, high-pitched, breathy tone often used by some women in Fundamentalist communities to show submission and sweetness.
  2. This voice can be habitual for some women or used to hide secrets, but it doesn't always indicate malice; some just follow learned behavior.
  3. When powerful figures speak with the 'fundie baby voice', it can signal a mix of condescension and submission to maintain proximity and favor with those in power.

What's got my attention this week #2

The Shift With Sam Baker • 0 implied HN points • 19 May 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Health & Wellness Women's issues Parenting
  1. Consider doing things for the sake of doing them, rather than to achieve specific goals.
  2. Making and maintaining friendships as an introvert can be rewarding, and rekindling old friendships is valuable.
  3. Exploring topics like the sexual needs of the bereaved, embracing motherhood over 40, and respecting parent's wishes amidst cognitive decline can offer new perspectives.