Fairley Lloyd

1 week ago | readunwritten.com | Fairley Lloyd

This is a love letter to all bisexuals. I hope you are okay. But if you’re not, that’s okay, too. Whether you just discovered you were bisexual, are a veteran bisexual, identified with a different sexuality previously, or none of the above, welcome. I’m here to remind you how awesome you are. We bisexuals have a conundrum: everyone assumes all persons are monosexual (that is, someone attracted to one gender). There’s nothing wrong with being monosexual, of course.

2 weeks ago | readunwritten.com | Fairley Lloyd

The first time I heard the word “bisexual,” something clicked inside me. I didn’t know the word existed, but once I understood what it meant, things just made sense. For the longest time, I pushed away those thoughts. External and internal biphobia were to blame for a lot of that, not to mention the lack of bi visibility growing up. I rarely saw bi characters on television, in films, or in any of the books I read.

1 month ago | readunwritten.com | Fairley Lloyd

Mental health treatment is important to help you live a better life. Whether you struggle with mental illness or not, we all have mental health issues now and then that we need help with. There’s no shame in asking for help or getting help. Therapy, medication, and other treatments have helped millions of people manage their symptoms and live happier, fulfilling lives. Thankfully, though, there are some free and low-cost resources you can use.

1 month ago | readunwritten.com | Fairley Lloyd

This article discusses disordered eating and eating disorders. If you need immediate assistance, contact the National Alliance for Eating Disorders helpline at 1 (866) 662-1235, or text “NEDA” to 741741. I have engaged in disordered eating habits before. I’m not proud to admit, but it’s the truth. The only way I can come to terms with my relationship with food is by acknowledging that.I’m also going to recognize that, in the same vein, diet culture very much motivated me to do so.

1 month ago | womenadvancenc.org | Fairley Lloyd

Despite the Supreme Court overturning of Roe V. Wade in 2022, many people are still looking for medical procedures and help regarding their reproductive health. And thanks to activists and medical professionals, many of these options are still available for us despite the current political climate. In NC in particular, Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order to protect reproductive rights in the state back in January, which shows that people are still fighting for their reproductive rights.