How not to ask me to speak at your conference
In August last year, I was asked to speak at a conference of around 700 people. The organiser – let’s call him Jack – emailed … Read more
Gender
I had a happy childhood. Then puberty changed everything
Earlier this week, I was listening to a podcast when the host asked his guest: ‘Did you have a happy childhood?’ The guest sighed – … Read more
The lesson I learned from Dr Christine Blasey Ford
Wallflowers aren’t weak; they’re just trying to stay safe Sometimes I wonder if I’m a bad feminist. I get angry when women act like wallflowers, … Read more
Something happened at the mall the other day
I knew I’d have to write two versions of this post: the first, a stormy tirade and the second, a more sober analysis of what … Read more
Under a woman’s skin
I bought The Writing’s on the Wall, I went to see Destiny’s Child at Wembley in 2001 and I marvelled at Beyoncé’s talent and ability. … Read more
And then a hero comes along…
I had a conversation with an ex-colleague today, in which she commented that she was extremely surprised at how friendly I was when we first … Read more
Educated fleas
A friend of mine is going through the arranged marriage process and experiencing all the trials and tribulations I went through when searching for a … Read more
The key to perfection
After spending almost two weeks’ wages in one day during yet another trip to Green Street this weekend, I think it’s safe to declare that … Read more
Customs and exercise
It seems that unbeknown to me, my personality has been surreptitiously removed and replaced with an entity called “Bride-to-be”. What bought on this sudden realisation? … Read more