Grace H
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I’ve written a lot of pieces in the past about coping mechanisms and hobbies, but one of my favorite hobbies is reading. Seeing yourself represented in a book can be powerful—it’s often something you didn’t realize was missing until it’s there. Representation can help us feel seen, valued, and understood. When it comes to books, […]
Ashley B
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I’ve been working in the service industry since 2020, and let me tell you, it takes commitment. I certainly haven’t been perfect over the past four years, but I’ve learned that many people treat us like robots, expecting us to cater to their every whim. It’s striking how a segment of the population, regardless of […]
Ayaan
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Young people are fortunate to grow up with the most advanced technology ever known…or are we? While technological advancements offer undeniable advantages, they also expose young people to complex platforms like social media. Personally, I have mixed feelings about social media. While I acknowledge its benefits, I believe much more needs to be done in […]
Greta
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Recently, I woke up to see yet another job rejection in my email inbox. Since graduating with my Master’s degree in Journalism three months ago, I have applied to more than fifty jobs. So far, I’ve received 15 rejection letters and have been left without a response from many other companies. Everyone experiences rejection at […]
Ashley B
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You only have yourself at the end of the day, or so people say. This somewhat pessimistic outlook on life has significantly affected how I view and set boundaries with people I care about. The truth is hard to swallow, so how do we know when to protect our peace and when to give it […]
Greta
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Since elementary school, I’ve been a perfectionist with a strong work ethic. Some of my earliest memories go back to kindergarten, where I would volunteer to help my teacher clean up supplies from the day. Over time, my desire for perfection intensified. I wanted to be remembered as a student who worked harder than anyone […]
Grace H
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I always saw physical and mental health as being separate until my anxiety got really bad and I noticed that I was getting sick more often. I’ve always had a lot of health anxiety, so in therapy, I identified a cycle: I would have anxiety about my stomach hurting, which would cause my stomach to […]
Charlotte
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Exactly four days before the COVID-19 shutdown began, my world came crashing down when my dad passed away. During this time, I was stuck at home and rotting in bed all day. I desperately wanted to inform my friends about what was going on in my life, but I felt like no one would understand […]
Ayaan
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When I started at a new school last school year, it definitely wasn’t easy. Going into a new environment where I knew no one, I often felt like an outsider and didn’t think I could ever find my people. There’s one issue that I experienced firsthand that is rarely talked about, and even when it […]
Sammantha
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“When we protect ourselves so we won’t feel pain, that protection becomes like armor, like armor that imprisons the softness of the heart” – Pema Chodron Most people experience pain that may never be spoken about. For some of us, that pain causes mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). […]