Things I Wish I’d Done in High School
As a college sophomore going into my second semester, I’ve started thinking back to my years in high school. Back then, I still lived in my parent’s house and got to see my dog every day. My bi...Continue reading
Summer Lovin’: Green Flags in Relationships
From videos in sexual education to personal stories on social media, we have all been told distressing stories about domestic violence and abusive relationships. Many of us are aware of the red flags ...Continue reading
Don’t Give Up on a Second Language
I grew up in an English-speaking household. As a kid, it was the only language I was exposed to. School was taught only in English and I really didn’t know enough about the world to understand th...Continue reading
Why You Need to Branch Out When it Comes to Music
Music is a pillar of society. It’s hard to say when it became an integral part of how we live. It was long before any of us were born. As we’ve transitioned through generations, music has changed ...Continue reading
Trust The Signs Of The Universe
Stagnant. Waiting. Restless. We’ve all circled listlessly through this wheel at one point in our lives instead of moving on. It's time to trust the signs. Change is scary. No matter how much I may ...Continue reading
Create Art For Yourself, Not For Social Media
Social media runs our lives. We post everything there. Travel photos, outings, and selfies pop up in a constant stream on Instagram. With the rise in social media comes a rise in advertising. ...Continue reading
What Does Getting “Off Track” Really Mean?
One small thing doesn't go according to plan and suddenly we're "off track." But, this ideology over-simplifies our amazingly complex journeys. Through confining ourselves to this idea of a singular, ...Continue reading
Is Patience Really a Virtue?
I am always in a hurry. I walk, read the news, and eat at the same time. I briskly pass people who are very slow on the street. I prefer to call because I don't have the patience to wait for a text re...Continue reading
Be Spontaneous, Enjoy The Benefits of Impulsivity
In life, we’re often faced with choices. We have to choose what outfit to wear, what classes to take, and decide what we want to do with our lives. We’re constantly planning ahead, whether it b...Continue reading
The Power of Makeup, Going Bare Faced & Self Love
“Don’t need makeup, to cover up. Being the way that you are is enough.” When my middle school self heard One Direction sing this line on their song entitled “What Makes You Beautiful,” ...Continue reading
