Whether it was playing house, college, or doctor, we’ve always been fantasizing of a bigger, better life with more responsibilities. Being carefree isn’t on a child’s radar because they already are. The only thing left to do is dream. And now that we’re there, it’s clear the grass can only be greener on the other side if you mow, water, and tend to that lawn every single day.
Read MoreWhen money was tight and school loans needed to be paid, I learned about egg donation for compensation. It only took around twenty self-administered injections, a minor surgery, and a few temporary sacrifices! Sounds scary, I know, but as it turns out, it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Read MoreTrigger Warning: This article talks about trauma stemming from rape and sexual abuse.
Read MoreYou moved away to college, learned independence and responsibility, and now that you're ready for the next step forward, you take two steps back into your parent's house. On the one hand: free rent; on the other: everything that felt like a distant prepubescent memory is now following you to Walgreens. And on top of that, you still don't have a job.
Read MoreBeing out of school can be scary, whether or not you graduated. There is entirely too much pressure to jump straight into the “real world,” aka corporate abyss. It’s important to take a step back, after any major life change, and reevaluate what’s important to you and what you want out of your future
Read MoreWe romanticize perseverance when sometimes it does us more harm than good. If you are feeling trapped and uninspired, maybe it’s time to rethink that five-year plan. Knowing when to give up can be a good thing.
Read MoreIt’s a surprisingly common symptom of your early twenties to ‘feel old.’ But what exactly about your twenties inspires this feeling? Is there a cure?
Read MoreMuslims and Islamic religion throughout the U.S. has underwent scrutiny for decades following U.S. history’s relationship to terrorism. 2016 striked an important year for Muslim women of all shades. Sabre fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad — known to the world as the first black Muslim woman to wear a hijab at the 2016 American Olympics — became the inspiration and motivation for women and girls everywhere by breaking boundaries. Black Muslim women are #BlackGirlMagic
Read MoreThanks to technological advances and the distractions that come with it, it has become increasingly difficult to read in the 21st century. That doesn't mean it's impossible to be a bookworm though! You can still resist the urge to use your phone and open book - real or digital - instead and enjoy the benefits of reading.
Read MoreRisks. They come in many different forms and can good or bad. How then, is one able to distinguish between a good risk, which allows one to grow and develop, and a bad risk where you are in danger?
Read MoreTechnology and the internet are incredible resources and forms of entertainment in our everyday lives. But for the sake of our personal wellness, unplugging from the internet every now and then can be a liberating and healthy practice.
Read MoreTraveling has allowed me to expand my perception of the world around me, and learn that there are many good people out there. However, I experienced a dark side to traveling alone years ago, as a young woman.
Read MoreWe live in an age where materialistic things are more desired than achieving attainable goals. For many, buying Jordans fills a void that's more meaningful than travelling and experiencing new things. But it's time to switch it around.
Read MoreGender reveal parties represent a real issue with gender norms and roles. Gender roles are the set behaviors that are considered acceptable based on a person’s perceived sex.
Read MoreThe first season of the Netflix series "Stranger Things" introduced us to a "typically douchey high school student" Steve Harrington, the ladies’ man. Then something happened and people fell in love with Steve during season two and eventually, he became the "Mom of the Year."
Read MoreWhat is worse than men oppressing women? Women who act against other women. Women who use feminism to boost their own ego and to act superior to other women.
Read MoreTo internalize something means to adopt attitudes and behaviors through learning, and misogyny is simply the hatred or mistrust of women. Thus, internalized misogyny can be described as the belief by girls and women that all of the stereotypes they’ve learned about their gender are true.
Read MoreWomen are frequently warned about the global threat of sexual violence against them. This makes them hesitate to leave their comfort zones and travel on their own. Luckily, there are many safety precautions women can employ in order to ensure their well-being, while still having the freedom to explore.
Read MoreLiberal arts majors are often criticized, judged, and underestimated by parents and peers. While Liberal arts majors may not demonstrate a clear career path for individuals to follow, they provide students with a strong foundation to build their skills around.
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