Explore and Discover: Free Resources for Learning at Home
When I was experiencing a flare-up of chronic health issues a few years ago, I found myself spending a lot of time at home out…
How to Deal With a Flaky Friend
When my friend Shannon told me that she was accepted to graduate school in California, I was excited for her. I don’t get to see…
Milestone Moments: 4 Ways to Commemorate Meaningful Experiences
When I was a preteen, I marveled at my older cousin’s high school graduation photo on display on my grandparents’ end table in their living…
Aware but Not Afraid: Tips for Staying Safe
It was a hot, rainy afternoon when I arrived at my friend’s apartment in Brooklyn; I had volunteered to cat-sit for her while she was…
How to Help a Friend Dealing with Health Issues
When I first got sick with Lyme disease at 14, I didn’t expect that it would linger. At first, my mailbox was flooded with get…
New Year’s Resolutions: A Spiritual Approach
As a child, I always had New Year’s Eve plans. My parents would go out, and my brother and I stayed overnight with my aunt.…
How to Enjoy Winter (Even If You’re a Hater)
I’ll be the first to admit that winter is not my favorite season. It gets dark by 5 p.m. I have to put on multiple…
Holiday Party Time? How to Cope If You’re an Introvert
As a naturally introverted person, I’ve occasionally found the prospect of attending parties during the holiday season to feel more daunting than exciting — even…
How to Get Into the Holiday Spirit When You’re Having a Rough Time
The holiday season is traditionally a time for joy and celebration. Family and friends gather together. Homes are decorated, parties are planned, and gifts are…
Don’t Just Survive, Thrive: How to Be Productive When the Stress of School Overwhelms You
During my time as both an undergraduate and a graduate student, I inevitably found myself feeling overwhelmed by my workload, deadlines, and upcoming exams as…
