Many students run after academic validation at a rate that it erodes their mental health. Having gone through a similar journey, I have come to realize that the real...
My experience learning to claim the hobbies I love, despite having questionable skills to back them up. Finding the confidence to enjoy my interests without measuring their worth by...
The constant need to be socially accepted in the contemporary world
Clinging to childhood goals can lead to regression rather than productive growth. A reflection on my personal story of letting go of past dreams to find a life that...
Loving someone comes off so naturally by supporting someone’s dreams, defending their flaws or comforting them... but feeling worthy of receiving all that feels like something we have to...
The people who give you confidence can take it away just as easily. When your self-worth comes from external validation, who will you be when you aren’t being validated?...
In a heteronormative society, dealing with queer feelings at any age can foster tension in ourselves we don't really understand. But I felt the tension, and I felt it...
We live in an age where social media has become one of the most important aspects of our daily lives. Who isn’t on Instagram today? Thus, assuming that you...
Do you remember that thing that someone said to you that really hurt your feelings? I'm sure multiple things have popped right into your head. Honestly, I'm an extremely...