About
The ViragoWe are a community of women who share our personal stories about how we’ve survived and thrived in our lives. We share our messages to heal and help others learn from our experiences.
Note from the editor
We are a community of women who share our personal stories about how we’ve survived and thrived in our lives. We share our messages to heal and help others learn from our experiences.
Editors
Suzanna Quintana
My voice is my superpower. Editor-in-Chief of The Virago. Founder of The Online Sanctuary for Healing After Narcissistic Abuse.
Lori Welch Brown
Writer, artist, coffee guzzler. Cats and dogs. Editor at The Virago. Freelance editor & writer for hire. [email protected]
Writers
Rev. Sheri Heller, LCSW, RSW
Complex trauma clinician and writer. Survivor turned thriver, with a love for world travel, the arts and nature. I think outside the box. Sheritherapist.com
Bonnie Barton
Queen of mixtapes. Lover of music, travel, and fashion. Authentic sharer of life lessons and dating foibles.
Kerry McAvoy, PhD
Psychologist & Author of LOVE YOU MORE. Follow on Tiktok/IG for narcissistic abuse tips & advice. Email: [email protected]
Roxanna Azimy
Interested in all things ethics, culture, gender, health & psychology. Asking the hard questions but not claiming to have all the answers.
Eshal Rose
Transforming thoughts into words. I can be funny sometimes. Dentist/Writer. [email protected]
Glenna Gill
My memoir, “When I Was Lost,” is available now. Owner of Memories Mastered publication. Writing here since 2018 and love it!
Em Unravelling
Lover of words, books, hiking, nature and big skies. Running is my favourite thing (after the words & the books). As feisty as I need to be.
Samantha Blake
Writer & certified professional life coach for women. Making a change through words and the power of human connection.
Rebecca Shepard
Writer for Better Humans | The Virago | The Writing Cooperative | In Fitness and In Health
Niki Marinis
Weird Girl, thrift store owl collector, heartbreaker, lush, aspiring adult. IG: DocJohnnyFever [email protected] http://nikimarinis.jeetwincasinos.com/subscribe
Sabrina Sourjah | Leadership Coach & Facilitator
Convert WORK into PLAY and make your DIFFICULT conversations EASY | Difficult Convo Checklist:
Lynda Wallis
Deeply rooted in the mid west, I write about little things — everything is a little thing-art, the creative process, the natural world, and love.
Sarah Kat
Self help, neuropsychology, small business and marketing. An Elective Orphan and abuse survivor.
Maria Angel Ferrero
Feminist, Writer, PhD, Researcher & Professor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship U. Montpellier, editor and blog: mariangelf.com
Gaby Rogut
Jack of many trades. Mom. Teacher. Bi. Autistic. "I've met Beethoven. Nice chap. Very intense. Loved an arm wrestle." All my links:
Shruthi Vidhya Sundaram
I guide ambitious-as-f*ck coaches, healers & mystics to push past their fears, fulfil their soul purpose and transform it into a successful, aligned business
Victoria Ponte
Writing to share wonder, gratitude and a sense of humor. Poetry, life lessons, survivor
Suzanna Quintana
My voice is my superpower. Editor-in-Chief of The Virago. Founder of The Online Sanctuary for Healing After Narcissistic Abuse.
Elle Silver
"Skinny fat" writer on a journey to reclaim my health. I write personal essays about relationships, beauty, and the messy process of figuring it all out.
Mary Wise (she/her)
Poetry and personal stories of past lives and paths forward. Writer, editor, teacher, photographer, behavioral health expert. I live in PA with my two children.
Sarah J. Baker
Navel Gazer | Feminist | Urban Agriculturalist | Queen of Snark | Sweating the little things | FB @ SarahJBakersTeacup
Alexandria L.
Mental health advocate, writer, & researcher. I write about approaches to holistic healing. Top writer in This Happened to Me.
Mary Kethya Khuon
Mary is a trauma-trained somatic coach and speaker helping people build emotional resiliency in their bodies to manage anxiety, depression and heal forward.
Sarah Stroh
For a freer, sexier, less lonely world. IG: monogamish_me. Coaching, free weekly email and more - >
Christine Schoenwald
Writer for The Los Angeles Times, Salon, Next Avenue, Business Insider, and Your Tango Christineschoenwaldwriter.com
Michelle Loucadoux
Author, educator, and self-improvement nerd. Co-founder of Danscend. My books: shorturl.at/lrtOV My email: [email protected]
Bertilla Niveda
Artist, engineer, and writer with a lot to say. You can connect with me at [email protected] | Learn more→
Hakima T A N T R I K A
Writer at heart. Sex and Spirituality Geek. Fully embodied and reaching heights. Classical tantra teacher and practitioner
Rebecca Ruth Gould, PhD
Poetry & politics. Free Palestine 🇵🇸. Caucasus & Iran. Writer, Educator, Translator & Editor. rgould.substack.com
Simmy
Freelance writer, video editor, Youtuber, & Complainer. I promise I’m a lot more fun at parties than these articles make you think. / [email protected]
Alice Crady
Artist & wellness advocate blending creativity, healing, & self-expression. Explore more: AllisonCrady.com 🌸🎶 #Creativity #MentalHealth #Relationships
Lindsay Soberano Wilson
Pushcart/Best of Net Nom I Cobalt Blues, Hoods of Motherhood & Casa de mi Corazon I Creator: Put It To Rest I Editor: iPoetry |linktr.ee/LindsaySoberano_Wilson
Kat
Registered nurse, former teacher, soon to be ex-wife of a narcissist. Just trying to share my life a bit at a time.
Mary DeVries
I delight, despair and write about a life lived around the world. Fueled by Yorkshire Gold tea.
Bronte White
Australian. Writing on mental health, family, parenthood and self discovery. In Invisible Illness, Illumination, In Fitness and In Health and Modern Parent.
Karen Schwartz
Children's picture book author, fiction writer, personal essayist, kindness specialist, and lover of chocolate.
Jessica A
Pen for hire | snack aficionado | recovering night owl. Come say hi at the other places I hang out
Maria Garcia
Founder & Editor of A-Culturated. Starter of things I may not finish. Writing about culture, society & self-awareness. Connect with me:
Phoebe Kirke
Feminist, activist, sister, but above all, hurt. Writing is my path to living life to the fullest.
Tessa Char
(W)righting the wrongs in the world in justice, feminism, dating, self-help, travel, mental health, and well-life.
Denisa Cerna
Freelance writer & bookworm writing on self-development, psychology, relationships, and more.
Jennifer Jones | Certified Empowerment Coach
Therapy, Me, & the 38103: Stories about life, trauma, and finding a way in this place from a girl who’s finally getting her sh*t together.
Diahala Doucouré
(She/ her) 30-something Afro-European woman. I share personal essays and opinion pieces about periods, sexual health and body positivity.
Jade M.
Jade is a Louisiana based author who loves video games and usually writes about experiences she has.
Laura Williams-Burke
Cat mom. Philly transplant, now residing in New England. Lover of coffee, books, and Bruce Springsteen. LauraWilliamsBurke.com
Emme Witt-Eden
Sex, relationships, and culture writer. Kink expert. Author of Confessions of a Middle-Aged F-Girl. emmewitt.com
Tara Blair Ball
Certified Relationship Coach, Author, and Podcast Co-host for Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse.
Patrícia Williams
Sharing my healing & awakening journey to make you feel a little less alone on yours ✧
Luiza Beirão Campos
I write about inequality, politics, technology, nature, work-life, and all intersections.
Matilda Fairholm
Writing to rescue others from the devastation of domestic abuse, and learning to live better. http://matildafairholm.jeetwincasinos.com/membership
Nihan Kucukural
Turkish copywriter and screenwriter based in New Zealand. I am addicted to stories. I write screenwriting/copywriting advice and occasional funny stuff.
Heather Lynne Sparks
Bibliotherapist. Tired but hopeful mother of four. Former high school English teacher and gifted education specialist who spills her guts right here.
Lena Ann
I write about life, relationships, my journey to figure myself out … and that lady who invented fitted sheets, too. (I’m still mad, Bertha!)
Soft Power Path by Priscilla Yeung
Practical Wisdom for Modern Women from Ancient Chinese Philosophies provided by writer Priscilla Yeung.
Christina Sophia
Exploring my relationship with myself, others and the gods of my childhood. Its all up for grabs. Feeling my way forward everyday.
Maggie Q. Collins
Where vulnerability meets truth, love learns to breathe, and a wholehearted woman reclaims her story—one honest word at a time.
Stephanie Leguichard
Writer, editor, leftist activist. Endlessly fascinated by the complexities of human minds and cultures. Completing my MA in Anthropology. [email protected]
L.J. Rose
Romance & fantasy novelist. I write mostly about love, dating, and gender roles. Follow me on Twitter:
Lara da Rocha
Writer | MWC Semi-finalist | Improviser | Data Analyst | She/Her. I convert my bad luck into stories (to convince myself there is a point to any of this).
Ellaballerini
A 20 something yr old, living and working in Fiji. Likes to write about race, class, gender, sexuality and this hella consumerist world we live in.
Cristina Cmn
Before the straightjacket feels comfortable again, I hit "publish", then, ca va sans dire, I re-edit my heart out until it is good enough.
Unassigned Female
I don’t want to be known by anything more than by my words and their impact on your life | Author of Words of a Daughter & Timeless Lover | January 1st, 2021
Njikwe
Self-Development, Self-Improvement, and Marketing Writer. Voracious Learner, joyful coffee addict.
Ruby Lee
Mother, Wife, Teacher, Librarian, Teller of Stories. Author of The Marriage Wars by Leeanne Beasley Berry. Top Writer in Parenting, This Happened to Me, Humor
MonalisaSmiled
Adultery 101. Dead Bedrooms. Sex out of network. I am terrible and human. So are you. Editor of The Scarlett Letter | P.S. I Hate You | Sexpressions.
Alexandria Roswick
Top Writer in Feminism. Blogger for Say It Loud Space (UK). Trauma, relationships, and analysis of media and culture.
Gina Pacelli
Adventure Seeker, Dream Chaser, Free Spirit, Explorer, Boston-based, Marketer, Consultant. Consider joining Medium: http://ginapacelli.jeetwincasinos.com/membership
Toni Hargis
Co-author of “How to Stand up to Sexism; Words for when enough is enough”. Helping women find their voices.
Philippa Cooper
Furious learner, exploring personal development, mental health advocacy and human connections. Check out my website: borderlinekitty.com/
Debbie Walker
Debbie Walker is the creator of Middle-Pause, STOMP!, & published a 3-book anthology. Top Writer Food & Diversity. Follow her at
Nova Richards🪐
Human stories & digital entrepreneurship. Building financial freedom in the creator economy. Founder: The Write Legacy
Billie Mall ❤️
Top Writer in Parenting | Single Mom | Mental Health | DV Survivor | Be Better — Do Better❤️| Editor@ ACWO & The Hub Publication
Margaret's Reflections
Articles on my recovery journey after a toxic relationship. Here's what you need to know after leaving an abusive relationship:
Rhyena Halpern
Proud member of 60+ women who are having the best sex of their lives club. Writes on Sex & Relationships, Wellness, Healing, Wise Eldering, Death & Dying.
Yana Bostongirl
✨A memoir in motion, no script, just life| Blogger with a quirky Indian American flavor🌶️| Owner of Good Vibes Club publication💫 & The Heritage Pub 🪔
Isabella Neuro-Spicy
Questions social norms and trends while traveling the world. Prefers cats over men. Top writer in Feminism ..
Zoë Kuehn
Green tea addict who has too many hobbies. For business inquiries please contact [email protected].
Ilona Goanos
Yoga-Lover, Mother of Monarchs & Mid-Life Thriver. Join "The Pebble in Your Shoe" newsletter:
Sarah Pessin
| sarahpessin.com | professor of philosophy | interfaith chair | University of Denver | Instagram civics_salamander & sarahpessin2020
Myla Morningstar
Editor | Tales From the Narc Side: Toxic Relationships | Roadside Namaste | Twilight Nationl Life Coach | Motivational Speaker | Mom of 4 Shitzus
Mad Midori
Cat-approved storyteller. I turn moods into tales and moments into poetry. Chasing meaning, music, waves, and the open road.
Nara
33 y. | survivor of an abusive childhood | now experienced in the process of healing & self help ▶️ helping those who are still on their journey
KL Hellenbach
I'm a writer, poet, healing facilitator, spiritual seeker and lover of cats! I want to empower women by promoting love and acceptance of self.
Alina Schwarz
Writing about my experiences with grief and suicide | Pop-culture essays on TV and books | Essays on anything on my mind | Humor & Satire
Jessi Lynn
Join me on my journey to create meaningful art amidst chaos. Unleashing my creativity! http://jeetwincasinos.com/@chaoticpoetry/membership
Natalie S. Ohio
LGBTQ writer with a penchant for Social Anthropology, Intersectional Identity, & the Queer Experience 🏳️🌈🌍🌸
RedViolet
Feminism, Women, Career, Money, Relationships. Join my newsletter A Week In Patriarchy a-week-in-patriarchy.beehiiv.com
Stark Raving
Travel, feminism and environmental issues. Let’s make the world a kinder place! I also run the sustainable adventure travel blog shortcutsandsidequests.com/
Kristy C
A fusion of suburban charm and professional prowess! http://jeetwincasinos.com/@kristycanning
Sushmita Singh
Writer || Coder || Book Lover. Helping you evolve into the ultimate version of yourself.
Alice K. Black
Curious human with three degrees and some odd life experiences. Currently living in France. Author of Secrets to the Art of Seduction:
Lora Dobreva
I write about metal music, the ex-Christian experience, and LGBT issues. I co-host the Meowcore podcast. Insta: ditchqueenbg
Linda Caldera
In service to the divine feminine and sacred masculine. I write about leadership and empowerment with a spiritual, intuitive, and emotionally intelligent twist.
LibrariAnna
Anna Eliza Rose is a bisexual librarian who writes raw about sex, love, Autism, health, family, books, & life. Married to a man. Mom of 4. interestedinsex.com
Aurelie B.
Me? 30 something French woman living in Toronto. Positive, witty & a dash sarcastic. You? Open-minded reader ready to follow me on my adventures through Medium.
Hazel Paine
Greetings, fellow readers! I'm a wordsmith crafting stories that resonate with the human experience.
Ladywriter
My anxiety was kept under control with an antidepressant. When I entered menopause, the medication stopped working. This blog is about my search for answers.
Runa Heilung 🌻
Old Soul Alchemist. Shapeshifter. I use imagery and imagination as agents of transformation. Owner of pubs: Word Herding, Old Soul Alchemy, and Read Write Love
Lyrical Lioness
Writing about education, culture, relationship dynamics, building humans, creativity and repair. Top Writer x5 2024
Badiana Badio Eckstrom
Raised in the vibrant rhythms of Haitian roots, curious about ordinary moments & the dichotomy of being black & privileged
Ali Hall
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sports Science. Childfree & editor of Medium publications: Life Without Children & Abnormally Normal. Lover of trail running & dogs.
Bad Daters Anonymous
I’ve resorted to talking to anyone that will listen. This is dedicated to all the fucked up shit that happens to women in modern times.
Ronke Babajide, Ph.D.
Feminist, Woman in Tech, Natural Scientist, Life Coach, Speaker, Podcaster, Founder. I write about Feminism, Society, Work, Science, Personal Growth & Life
A.M. Coleman
Academic l Writer l Poet l Feminist. Lover of literature, music, cooking, box sets & dark humour. Irish born, UK based. Hiberno-English expression.
Barb Dalton
Mum to 3 humans; Cat lover. A Kiwi-Canuck. Nursing Instructor by day; rants and reminisces by night. Owner of Nursing Notes and a proud Booster of A+ stories
Janet Meisel
Writer, poet, artist. I found myself here one day, settled in, and so far I don't want to leave. Life is weirdly beautiful , what more can I say?
Women Of Caliber
Helping Women Win With Self Confidence🏆 | Politics, Strategy, and Society. Open for work ➡️ Email: [email protected]
NO AI!! Hermione Wilds Writes: artist, editor, mum
Top writer: Art 2023; Awards-nominated writer; B A (Hons) English Lit', MA Creative Writing; editor-in-chief, 'All's Well' & 'Shoe Love Mag', Mum to 5. (NO AI!)
Ashley Quinn
I write stories about consciousness, culture, and womanhood. I dismantle myths about materialism, productivity, and industry.
Nikki Hodgson
Writer, horse girl, and recovering pragmatist who once thought abandoning a dream was practical. Now making up for lost time—one essay (and crisis) at a time.
Calling back Meredith
I'm an activist, an actor, an SLP, and a mom of six. I believe in the power of lifting others and sharing stories. Through love we create the world we imagine.
Zalea T.
Zalea T would like to share what she has learned from her divorce and the life after. To her women readers: "You are not alone!"
Viv Leigh
When I first met my husband, he told me he needed freedom to have sex with other women. This is about my journey, then and now, into the world of open marriage.
t.o. bloom
Always curious! Love to learn and connect deeply, to myself and others. Special interests: psychology, relationships, travel, and sustainable communities.
Michelle Kinkaid
Widow, third-gen fatherless daughter, chain breaker, blending psychology & spirituality to heal, inspire, and empower others.
Edwina Owens Elliott
Illustrator, graphic designer, indie author. A creature of habit but our evolution continues.
Pallabi Dey Purkayastha
Award-winning journalist | Senior content writer | Film critic | DM: [email protected] | Tip me:
Madison Thomas
I write about love, travel, food, sex, pop culture, and everything in between. Based in Melbourne, Australia
Dr. Erin Martin
Physician, leadership coach, bad-ass intuitive. I help high-performing women heal, grow, and reclaim their freedom. | drerinmartin.com | YT:
Adaeze
I enjoy the feeling that comes with being able to tap into my creative self through writing. I write about topics, events and experiences I resonate with....
Alyssa Mullett
Deconstructing indoctrination, navigating parental estrangement. love, and finding myself through writing with never-ending curiosity.
LGBTQ+ Pride Stories🏳️🌈
Your space for celebrating LGBTQ+ lives and stories. We amplify voices, share diverse tales and inspire pride. support me at
Millie D.
A radically free soul, committed to savouring the juiciness of life. Sexuality, Spirituality, Philosophy, Psychology, Lifestyle, and whatever takes my fancy.
Naomi Shippen
Author of page-turning domestic suspense. Far From Harm, 2023, available on Amazon, audiobook coming soon. Before She Killed Him coming in 2025.
Carol Caruso
Carol Caruso is a retired educator with pieces published in Writer’s Digest, Educational Leadership, and Bored Teachers.
Nadia Tidona
Full-time mom, writer & soul entrepreneur. Quit the rat race, the perfect mom trap, and the need for approval to live my dream life. nadiatidonacoaching.com
Lee Blackwood
Writer. Chef. Storyteller. Marketer. A true Renaissance woman who doesn’t just bring home the bacon—I cook it to perfection, craft the story, & sell the sizzle.
Saumya Sharma
Former management consultant turned social impact advocate. I explore feminism, existential freedom and the darker intricacies of the mind through my writing.
Jennifer Stacy
I write real stuff about life, growing up, balancing everything, psychology and philosophy 🦋
Creeping between the Margins
Ceci Li is an agented YA contemporary writer, an amateur artist, and an opinionated reader with a cringy sense of humor. Her links: linktr.ee/writerceci
Lilé van der Weijden
Just a grown-up girl wandering the world, overthinking life, love, and purpose—one coffee at a time. Here for the big questions and the best brews!
Christine Rosas
Traveler. Thinker. Storyteller. BA + MA in Psychology. Collecting degrees and existential crises in beautiful places.
Trupti Deo
Child free by choice, a lifelong student of human psychology, a health and wellness expert, & an unapologetic storyteller...in short, a proud multipotentialite.