The poem talks about the experience of having gender dysphoria.
Tag: femininity
Kamila Shamsie’s ‘Best of Friends’ Is an Affecting Novel of Friendship, Power and Ethics
'Best of Friends', the latest novel from Women’s Prize-winner Kamila Shamsie, explores complexities of power and ethics within an enduring female friendship.
Women and the Flaming Patriarchy
A poem based on the observations of a queer person on how women are trapped by patriarchal norms within their own homes.
Spatialities of Reflection: Review of Kashiana Singh’s ‘Woman by the Door’
Kashiana Singh’s third collection of poems offers contemplation to readers about the past, present and future of women and their identities.
Poisoned Ink
A poem on the mother-daughter relationship, from generation to generation.
Do I Really Look Beautiful?
A poem on the physical and emotional torment women with hirsutism face.
The Gendered Genesis of Modern-Day Romance
We need to change what we perceive as romantic gestures, and it goes beyond splitting the bill on a first date.
Patriarchy, Acing the Test of Time
'From Draupadi to Laxmi to Nirbhaya, there is no end'.
Putting On Makeup Feels Like Going to War With My Flaws (And Myself)
Why are women made to feel like we need to mask our 'imperfections'?