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  • Why I’m Embracing the Power of my Anger.

    Why I’m Embracing the Power of my Anger.

    Lessons from a Goddess on the Power of Ugliness A former partner used to tell me that my anger—or more specifically, my bitch face—frightened him. It was thanks to him, thanks to the pyrotechnics of our conflicts, that I came to know my capacity for rage. Do you know what it feels like to embody…

  • why are women marching?

    why are women marching?

    Why are these women shouting? Why are they so hysterical? Why so much noise on March 8th? International Women’s Day was born from a labor struggle and a transcontinental collaboration of women. Some people celebrate women on this day, while others say we shouldn’t—because this is a day to fight. In my opinion, it can…

  • How can we scale empowerment?

    How can we scale empowerment?

    Empowerment Self-Defense is not just a methodology. It is a movement. Empowerment Self-Defense is a methodology that gives participants a framework for choosing the best action/reaction for them in any given context or situation of risk.  There is no formula or one-size-fits-all solution for self-defense; our method is rooted in deep respect for the autonomy…