“Is there a psychological component at play here, where we’re more comfortable subverting a definition with negative connotations rather than lauding ourselves with a label that openly asserts our power and positivity?” Great question, makes me wonder about other subverted words like dyke, is there some weird internalised homophobia going on there to. Also, how to my kids is “sick” cool? Fascinating! Congrats on the writers panel. I’m going to the Canberra writers festival tomorrow to hear Anita Heiss:)
Thanks Gillian - it’s definitely one of those topics where, the more I sit with it, the more questions occur! Oh enjoy seeing Anita tomorrow - she’s fantastic!
“Is there a psychological component at play here, where we’re more comfortable subverting a definition with negative connotations rather than lauding ourselves with a label that openly asserts our power and positivity?” Great question, makes me wonder about other subverted words like dyke, is there some weird internalised homophobia going on there to. Also, how to my kids is “sick” cool? Fascinating! Congrats on the writers panel. I’m going to the Canberra writers festival tomorrow to hear Anita Heiss:)
Thanks Gillian - it’s definitely one of those topics where, the more I sit with it, the more questions occur! Oh enjoy seeing Anita tomorrow - she’s fantastic!
Brilliant article Sara. Lots of food for thought ❤️
Hurray - so glad you liked it! ❤️