Stephanie Murray
Stephanie Murray, formerly known by the pen name Baleigh Scott, is a public-policy researcher turned freelance writer who’s willing to overthink anything once. She enjoys all the usual stuff: coffee, books, exercise, Oxford commas, and anything that involves being outside.
A Case for Leaning Into Emotional Triggers
In our journeys toward balance, sometimes we need to face what upsets us to develop resilience.
Yes, Social Media Is a Highlight Reel—and That’s Okay
A defense of the social media filter on society
Staying Active During Pregnancy Is Hard: Here's How I Did It
Incredibly difficult, but oh, so worth it
We Need to Dismantle the '13 Reasons Why' Thinking If We Want to Turn the Tide of the Suicide Epidemic
We should be careful not to turn people into irredeemable victims of circumstance.
Why I Couldn’t Laugh During the New Mommy-Comedy TV Premiere of ‘I’m Sorry’
The new TV comedy traded relatability for vulgarity.
Why Protecting Our Naked Bodies from Objectification Isn’t Abnormal
Playboy brings back its old ways, saying ‘nude is normal.’
For the First Time Ever, This Famous ‘Nude’ Calendar Chose Not to Objectify Women
And the photographer’s stance on the portrayal of women is very refreshing.
Britney Spears’ Latest Album, ‘Glory,’ Confuses Sexiness with Empowerment
No one’s earning a better seat at the table this way.
Why Getting Naked Isn’t as Empowering as Everyone Keeps Telling Us
If you don’t want to strip down, that doesn’t mean you have poor body image.
This New Hashtag Has Started an Important Discussion About Emotional Abuse
#MaybeHeDoesntHitYou reveals the power of when social media is put to a good use.
Victoria's Secret's Latest Campaign Is Proof That Chasing the 'Sexy' Ideal Is Pointless
The ideal body is always changing, so basing your identity on being "sexy" is never going to make you happy.
Amy Schumer Calls Out Glamour For Implying She's Plus-Size
There's nothing wrong with the term, but using it for someone of Amy's size is not cool.
This Documentary About the Duke Lacrosse Scandal Is a Good Reminder Not to Rush Judgment
Where are we a decade later?
This Powerful Video Is Showing the World Exactly What's Wrong With Objectifying Women
We couldn't agree more with the #WomenNotObjects campaign's latest video.
Emma Watson's Suggestion For How Men Can Help Women Is Brilliantly Simple
What will gender equality really take? This actress has a great answer.
The Response to Erin Andrews' Violation By a Stalker Is Just Crazy
Dismissing a sportscaster's opinion because someone violated her privacy makes no sense.
The Way Brie Larson Overcame Sexism In Hollywood Is Actually Relevant to All Of Us
We may not be Oscar-winning actors, but we could all learn a thing or two from the way she chose to respond.
Terry Crews Just Summed Up the Problem With Porn, and It Was Brilliant
"People become body parts."
Taylor Swift Supports Kesha with $250,000 Donation as She Struggles to Escape Alleged Abuser
This is a truly heartwarming display of solidarity.