Her Campus at Virginia Tech
The 10 Second Rule
“If they can’t fix it in 10 seconds, then don’t point it out.” – My mom. Simple. Easy. Or so I thought. Ever since I was diagnosed with acute...
Her Campus at Winthrop
The Importance of Mourning Yourself
You were once so young, so full of light and love. You were once so sure about your future that you didn’t need to hope— you just knew it...
Her Campus at Illinois State
Why Should We Write?
“You should never write to release, write cause it’s cathartic” Alexander 23, Zach Sang Interview/Podcast, on the importance of writing lyrics/songs for yourself to openly express those strong emotions...
Mental Health
Soothe Political Anxiety With These Self-Care Tips
I don’t know about you, but politics, as a young adult, can be one of the most stressful things. You’re still trying to figure out who you are and...
Her Campus at Temple
Trying to Flourish “Far” From Home
Now as selfish as this statement will sound, it is the honest truth: The COVID-19 pandemic was a blessing in disguise for my mental health.Â
Her Campus at Aberdeen
Not Your Typical Glow Up – A Spiritual RechargeÂ
I do not believe in the typical idea of a “glow-up”. All the videos on how to feel better by making yourself look better? They only ever scratch the...
Her Campus at Aberdeen
Is the Representation of Mental Illnesses in Cinema and TV Shows: a Gender Problem?
The portrayal of mental illness in cinema and TV shows is still nowadays problematic in many ways, and regarding both genders. When men with mental illnesses are endlessly portrayed...
Her Campus at PSU
Going Back to the Gym After an Anxiety Episode
The gym is a comfort for many, including me. Ever since I started my fitness journey, I was hooked. The process of bettering yourself and gaining strength that you...
Her Campus at Winthrop
What Does “Finding Yourself” Mean?
Everyone says college is all about finding yourself and being “true to who you are.” Well, I think that’s a load of crap. Everyone says the solution to your...
Her Campus at Temple
Grieving a Loved One in College
Processing the death of someone you love is hard enough, doing it while trying to also study for an exam is even harder. In September, I lost someone very...