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For Help and Crisis resources, refer to the link in the Health and Identity tab at the top of the page, or click here Sometimes we need to talk about some things. This is a phenomenally caring and kind group, and … Continue reading Mental Health Thread 5.12.2021
Hello and welcome to Color Outside the Lines, a weekly discussion space for people of color. Thread Rules We ask that only those who identify as people of color participate in this discussion. White Avocados, while valued members of this … Continue reading Color Outside the Lines: Open Topic
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 05/11/2021
In 1534, French explorer Jacques Cartier and his crew were stricken with the disease near modern-day Montreal. The symptoms were gruesome: Cartier’s men “had all their skins spotted with spots of blood of a purple colour: then did it ascend … Continue reading History Thread: The Triumph of Scurvy
No man who does not actively choose to work to change and challenge patriarchy escapes its impact. The most passive, kind, quiet man can come to violence if the seeds of patriarchal thinking have been embedded in his psyche. Much … Continue reading Guy Talk: The Will to Change 5: Sexual Expectations
Hi Rim here subbing in! Some guidelines to help this space be a positive experience for everyone: As always with the Avocado, don’t feel compelled to share beyond your comfort level. Anyone who identifies as female, or who was socialized … Continue reading The Women+ Thread : fat bodies matter, your body matters.
Today we’ll talk about the ultimate dealbreaker when you and your partner disagree. As always, anything related to dating, relationships, intimacy and so on is fair game and welcome. And of course, as usual: This is supposed to be a … Continue reading Dating, Relationships, and Sex: Kids (05/05/2021)
For Help and Crisis resources, refer to the link in the Health and Identity tab at the top of the page, or click here Sometimes we need to talk about some things. This is a phenomenally caring and kind group, and … Continue reading Mental Health Thread 5.5.2021
Hello and welcome to Color Outside the Lines, a weekly discussion space for people of color. Thread Rules We ask that only those who identify as people of color participate in this discussion. White Avocados, while valued members of this … Continue reading Color Outside the Lines: Foundational Works
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 05/04/2021
I thought a thread devoted to the craft of two-wheel unpowered bicycling might be good here. Since the warm season is starting up, as we shake off the winter doldrums, let’s talk gear, goals, accomplishments, experiences, and such. Optional topic … Continue reading Inaugural Cycling thread
Ever been in a long-distance relationship? Or had stretches of a relationship where you went through that? Experiences, advice, anecdotes, … ? Now’s your moment to share and shine! As always, anything related to dating, relationships, intimacy and so on … Continue reading Dating, Relationships, and Sex: Long-Distance (04/28/2021)
For Help and Crisis resources, refer to the link in the Health and Identity tab at the top of the page, or click here Sometimes we need to talk about some things. This is a phenomenally caring and kind group, and … Continue reading Mental Health Thread 4.28.2021
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 04/27/2021
Greetings, Avocadoans! Welcome to the weekly discussion of LGBTQQIA+ issues! Rules for this discussion: All are welcome! However, please be respectful that this discussion is specifically about issues and topics related to lesbian, gay, bi- or pansexual, trans, queer, questioning, … Continue reading Weekly LGBT+ Discussion
Welcome to Guy Talk, a serious space to discuss masculinity, good and bad. Remember that this is a trans-inclusive space, and that everyone is welcome to comment. Continue reading Guy Talk: 26th April 2021
Today’s suggested topic: Boundaries We’re all adults here and we all have ways that we keep ourselves safe from others and the world around us. So let’s talk about those boundaries today, how we keep them and what brought us … Continue reading The Women+ Post Sets Boundaries
It’s a familiar tale: You’ve been with your partner for several centuries now. You’ve watched empires rise and fall, you’ve seen dynasties toppled (and toppled some yourself) and propped up (it’s more fun toppling somebody you brought to power, after … Continue reading Dating, Relationships, and Sex: Re-Ignition (04/21/2021)
For Help and Crisis resources, refer to the link in the Health and Identity tab at the top of the page, or click here Sometimes we need to talk about some things. This is a phenomenally caring and kind group, and … Continue reading Mental Health Thread 4.21.2021
Hello and welcome to Color Outside the Lines, a weekly discussion space for people of color. Thread Rules We ask that only those who identify as people of color participate in this discussion. White Avocados, while valued members of this … Continue reading Color Outside the Lines: “White” Media
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 04/20/2021
