<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Choose the Bear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Empowering Women, Embracing Strength]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:12:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.choosethebear.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The system was never built to find the truth.]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the witch trials to the courtroom, one thing has stayed the same: power protects itself. And every survivor - regardless of who they are - has paid the price. In 1692, in a small Massachusetts colony gripped by fear, nineteen people were hanged. Not because anyone proved they had done anything wrong. Because the system needed someone to blame - and it reached for the most vulnerable people it could find. Women. The poor. The isolated. The ones with no one powerful enough to defend them....]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/post/the-system-was-never-built-to-find-the-truth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e511500c8d230c9e92f193</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:38:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a75196_54dc5f2331c64eb6828893ed8d1a71b8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin of Choose the Bear</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Are We Teaching Girls to Survive, But Not Teaching Boys Not to Harm?]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a young age, girls are given a rulebook for survival. Don’t walk alone at night. Hold your keys between your fingers. Text someone when you get home. Watch your drink. Stay aware. Stay small. Stay safe. Entire industries exist to teach women how to fight back, self-defense classes, safety apps, tracking tools, wearable alarms. The message is constant and clear: Your safety is your responsibility. And while these tools can be empowering, they reveal something deeper and far more...]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/post/why-are-we-teaching-girls-to-survive-but-not-teaching-boys-not-to-harm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e39f4143fd38a1bb7251df</guid><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:20:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_19709e91a2464212a92fcf309afd80d8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin of Choose the Bear</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Happens When Power Flips? Bonobos vs. the Patriarchy]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you want a reality check on how “natural” patriarchy is, look at one of our closest relatives: the Bonobo. Bonobos share about as much DNA with us as chimpanzees do. Same evolutionary neighborhood. Same basic cognitive toolkit. Completely different power structure. And here’s the part that tends to make people uncomfortable: Female bonobos run the show. Bonobo Society: Cooperation Over Control In bonobo communities: Females form strong coalitions They control access to resources They...]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/post/what-happens-when-power-flips-bonobos-vs-the-patriarchy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e2baf3a96d49e56ebe2ec7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:02:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a75196_932d1c3bcaf741cd976a57241342503f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin of Choose the Bear</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Burning Witches to Protecting Predators: It's time to say Fuck the Patriarchy]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was a time when women were accused, condemned, and executed for being “dangerous.” It didn’t take evidence. It didn’t take truth. It took fear, control, and a system designed to silence them. During the Salem Witch Trials, women were publicly shamed, imprisoned, and killed - some hanged, others subjected to brutal conditions - because they were seen as threats to social order. They were labeled hysterical, immoral, or unnatural. Sound familiar? Then: Women Were the Danger In 1692, the...]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/post/from-burning-women-to-protecting-predators-it-s-time-to-say-fuck-the-patriarchy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e2b8430c8d230c9e8e029d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:51:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a75196_41ada22cfe224dbcb2497f8d4c3beb87~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin of Choose the Bear</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empowering Women: Resources for Safety and Support]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today's world, the safety and well-being of women are paramount. The challenges women face can be daunting, from personal safety concerns to navigating societal pressures. However, there are numerous resources available that can help empower women, providing them with the tools and support they need to thrive. This blog post will explore various resources, organizations, and strategies that can enhance safety and support for women everywhere. Eye-level view of a community center with a...]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/post/empowering-women-resources-for-safety-and-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e26a5c6df221f3f2cd1ead</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:14:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a75196_cc34c9299b774084b948cc6af9b454dc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin of Choose the Bear</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Sexual Assault: Awareness and Prevention Strategies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sexual assault is a pervasive issue that affects individuals across all demographics, leaving deep emotional and physical scars. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in five women and one in 71 men will be raped at some point in their lives. This staggering statistic highlights the urgent need for awareness and prevention strategies. In this blog post, we will explore the nature of sexual assault, its impact on victims, and effective strategies for prevention and...]]></description><link>https://www.choosethebear.org/post/understanding-sexual-assault-awareness-and-prevention-strategies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e26a574b46d5099bd4bf9c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:13:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a75196_36ac0a0628e742e5a89733e9302adf9a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin of Choose the Bear</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>