How to Turn a Work Friend Into a Real Friend
When I look back on high school and college, it seemed like I made a new friend every time I walked into a room. It…
Pre-Pandemic Annoyances I’m Never Taking for Granted Again
After a year of virtual “hugs” and spending lots of solo time indoors, it feels amazing to start venturing back into normalcy. It’s been…
4 Ways to Feel Independent, Even When You’re Living at Home
I recently graduated from college and, having accepted the financial reality of my student loans and nonprofit career path, I moved back home to the…
Building Confidence in the Face of Workplace Worries
As a young woman still early on in my career, I definitely experience my share of workplace insecurities. They started in college when I was…
Taking Time for Myself: How Space Can Strengthen Relationships
My boyfriend and I have been together for two years, but we’ve only lived in the same city for about six months. Now that we’re…
Learning on the Job: How to Build Soft Skills
When I was about to graduate from college, I had no idea what I wanted to do. Majoring in English had been challenging and rewarding,…
How To Avoid the “Quitter’s Day” Slump
Growing up, I had a notebook addiction. I was obsessed with cracking open the spine of a new journal and dreaming over the limitless possibilities…
Avoid Backsliding Into Old Habits When Visiting Back Home
Going back home to visit family and friends from my hometown is something I always look forward to. I moved out for college, came back…
How My Retail Job Made Me a Better Person
In high school and most of college, I worked at American Eagle Outfitters. I started as a regular sales associate, but after a year, I…
How to Step Out of Your Pop Culture Bubble
Okay, I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve been living in a pop culture bubble for most of my life. I am a ride-or-die…
