Thank You for Being a Friend: The Comfort of Nostalgic TV Shows
Late one night after watching the news and discovering that my usual late-night TV shows were reruns, I scanned through the channels. As I flipped…
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…
How to Stay Grounded During Challenging Times
When I was facing a serious health crisis, my life felt like it had been turned upside down. My usual routine of going to school,…
Get Organized: 5 Tips for Simplifying Your Life
When I was in seventh grade, my teacher repeatedly told our class that “neatness was the key to success.” As I became an adult and…
Never Too Late To Learn: My Journey as an Adult College Student
As I sat in an English 101 class during my first semester of college, I glanced around the room and noticed that I was several…
On the Road To Wellness: How To Keep a Health Journal
When I was a kid, I received a small, dark blue diary with a tiny gold lock as a Christmas present. I wrote about my…
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…
