Alix Behar

Through every broken heart and every rejection, my dad was always there with open arms. It didn’t matter if I was 14 or 18 running to him—every time I looked up, he was right there to hold me.

I have put my hope and faith in a system that is not on my side.

Ariana’s “thank u, next” has become an anthem to us all.

Out of 1000 rapes, only 310 will report to the police.

No matter how many calories I burned, no matter how many ab works I did, I was never happy with the way my body looked.

I remember telling myself most nights, “If you can be so happy with the wrong person, imagine how happy you’ll be with the right person.”

I wish I could be there with you, to hold your hand and let you know that I am by your side, and rooting for you.

I spent my whole life guarding myself from boys like you.