Those who knew me before college know that I was the journalism nerd. As editor of the school newspaper, founder of the online school newspaper, and a columnist for the local newspaper, I was a writer far before I was a blogger. I sat through the same journalism class three years in a row, and… Continue reading “Fake News”: 21st Century Yellow Journalism
Our college years + early twenties are some of the most hectic + exciting times of our lives. Amidst all of the stress, it’s easy to cling onto the memories we hold fondly — the *good ol’ days,* whether it be high school, freshman year, or our study abroad adventures. It’s important to embrace the… Continue reading Mindful of the Present: How To Avoid Living in the Past
Personal development is common in adults seeking self-improvement. This might seem like a gross way of adulting that involves reading self-help books while crying + scouring through Pinterest desperately because you are miserable. However, there are so many other balanced ways to seek personal development. While we always aim to be our best, it’s important… Continue reading Speedy Personal Development: 5 Ways To Improve Yourself in Under an Hour
Friday, January 13, 2017 With little sleep since I was so excited, I was up at 3am to make it to the Bangkok airport. When planning my trip, I knew I wanted to relax afterwards but not take a total *vacation* since I really didn’t desire an escape, per se. I researched some yoga retreats,… Continue reading EMPOWER: My SEA Journey in Koh Samui, Thailand
It’s common to always be looking for an escape. Whether it’s a simple distraction from work like Facebook, a higher risk like alcohol or drugs for a temporary high, or a vacation from a stressful career, unfortunately, avoiding reality can only worsen your troubles. Work-life balance is ideal, but equilibrium is not static by any… Continue reading Vacation vs. Travel: Visiting the World To Escape or to Expand Your Mind
