So you made a mistake in the major you chose or what you want to do for the rest of your life *queue existential crises*. What to do? These are tough questions for trying times, but guidance and self-empathy are vital for surviving. If you’re unhappy with your decision for your undergrad major, master’s...
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Advice from a nurse on how to stay calm in difficult situations
“My Father needs help!” I remember as the man stood alongside his elderly father, and I stood before them, tired, hungry, and exhausted. It had been a long day in the emergency department, and I knew I was getting frustrated. With three other patients to tend to, I was beginning to lose my patience....
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Navigating self doubt using compassion and trust
I don’t know how to do this. I can’t do this. What if I fail? We have all been there, we all have critical inner thoughts that can lead to feelings of self doubt. Often, we perceive self doubt to be a measure of our self worth; the more self doubt we experience the more...
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The poetry of life – Find your inner courage and be yourself!
Here are some tips which have allowed me to hone my skills, boost my creativity and achieve my goals. They have been hard-won, but are vital for success. Step outside your comfort zone Our brains are hardwired to stick with what’s familiar in order to keep us safe, but in today’s world, we need...
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How to be more resilient in life and never give up
If there is one thing I have learned along my life journey is how to have staying power. Having worked at several dead-end jobs without motivation, I had come to a crossroads in my personal and professional life. I knew I had to make a change to affect my own desired outcome. I realized...
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How to navigate life’s unexpected trajectory
Fulfillment. The ultimate goal of the average person is fulfillment, and contentment, to feel that they belong somewhere and improve upon a space. But what happens if this contentment comes in a way you didn’t expect? How do you manage the mixed feelings of elation and guilt at finding your niche in an unexpected...
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