How do I know if I'm being paid fairly for my work and skills?

This is a question Sor Juana herself would recognize—she negotiated her own intellectual labor while confined by systems that didn't value women's minds equally. Start by knowing what your work actually costs to produce: your time, expertise, the problems you solve. Research comparable roles in your field and geography; don't rely on what you've been offered before. Notice the gap between what you bring and what you receive—that gap is real data, not your imagination. Then ask: Who benefits from you accepting less? Understanding that power dynamic matters as much as the number. Economic justice begins when you stop internalizing the devaluation. You might not change the system alone, but you can refuse to be complicit in your own underpayment. Document your contributions, know your market rate, and understand that advocating for yourself isn't greed—it's clarity.