Burnout: Let's Talk About It
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, burnout is the exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration.
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Growing Up As A Black Woman In A Predominantly White Community
Black is beautiful, but I never felt that way towards myself due to my environment. This is what I learned and experienced growing up as a black woman in a predominantly white community and the adversities I continue to face.
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Femicides In Mexico: You Need To Be Paying Attention
Mexico is facing another epidemic.
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Your Diet Isn't Just What You Eat
Social media has made it so easy for people to keep up with what everyone is doing at every moment of the day. From vacation posts, dinner...
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Spring Cleaning Is More Than Cleaning Your Space
The start of spring marks nearing the end of the semester, midterm season, and burnout. With this past year being, probably, the most...
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Why I Stopped Listening to Call Her Daddy and Why You Should Too
Under the guise of empowering women, Call Her Daddy promotes toxic, unhealthy behavior to their young and impressionable audience. I can honestly say that ending my association with the ‘Daddy Gang’ has improved my mental health, and it could improve yours too.
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How to Save Money in 2021
Tired of hearing the same old vague saving tips like "pay of your credit card in time" or "learn how to budget" ? Trust me, me too! Read on to learn some everyday, realistic changes that you can make to save a couple hundred bucks by the end of the year!
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It's Not April and Collin Still Fooled Me... Twice
Do guys not know we find out everything? If you're like me, it might take a while to figure out they're tricking us, but we still find out. Shoutout to J. Cole for creating the hit track No Role Modelz, which inspired my subheadings. Now, go see how I got fooled... twice.
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Wait, You Thrifted That? A College Girl's Guide To Thrifting
It's not all sweater vests and leather blazers!
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I Tried At-Home Latte Recipes, So You Don't Have To
Everyone loves coffee…well, not everyone, but everyone should! This year since I have been staying home more, I have developed a habit of...
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Colleges Are Letting Students Down
More homework, less breaks, and lots of change.
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5 Great Books Guaranteed To Take Your Mind Off School
Need to get your mind of school? Here's some books that'll do the trick!
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How Your Birth Chart Can Lead to the Best Spotify Playlists
Your very own movie soundtrack, all you need is your Birth Chart!
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COVID-19 Vaccines: We Can All Save Lives
Over 100 million Americans have been vaccinated. Joe Biden has promised that vaccines will be made readily available for all Americans by the end of May (NY Times). Ultimately, it’s your choice to be vaccinated; you have the right to refuse. But getting vaccinated just might mean getting back to normal as soon as next year.
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4 Covid Safe St. Patrick's Day Ideas
Covid-19 has unfortunately not come to an end yet. We’re coming up on our second Covid St. Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick’s Day is normally a...
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8 Ways to Stay Environmentally Friendly as a College Student
Staying environmentally friendly on a budget can be hard. Let me help you out.
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'70s Fashion Is Coming Back in 2021
'70s fashion is making a comeback this year and you don't want to miss out. I help you find the best ways to incorporate the '70s into your style this summer.
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Why I Started Counseling for My Anxiety
Going to counseling was the best decision I have ever made for my mental health. I’ve learned how to name my feelings. When everything gets jumbled up in your head, untangling the mess of emotions is impossible to do alone. But having someone ask you questions – the right questions – can start to unravel the mess and pinpoint the root of those feelings. Counseling may have saved my mental health, and it could benefit you, too.
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Books to Get You Out of a Reading Slump
Wanting to get back into reading? Check out these titles!
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Reconnecting with my inner child
It’s been about a year since the pandemic struck Iowa, which means it’s been about a year since I shifted into what I can only refer to as...
