I was called a slut when I was 11 because I kissed a boy in the school yard. I was called a slut when I was 13 for wearing a crop top. I was called a slut when I was 14 because my 3 best friends were dudes and everyone assumed I was fucking them. I was called a slut when I was 17 by an older guy, just because I wouldn’t fuck him. I was called a slut when I was 18 because my shorts were short. I was called a slut when I was 19 for making out with a girl. And I realized then they only call me a slut when they’re jealous or when they can’t have me on their terms. That word has never been used against me when I’ve done something hurtful or wrong, only when I’ve loved my body, made my own choices and revelled in my sexuality. So slut is a word I’ve reclaimed.
