The most valuable lessons I have learned came from travelling extensively. Packing a suitcase has never been a problem before, but after running through airports to reach your gate in time, especially in Italy, I’ve learned that less is more. The less baggage you have to run with and take with you all over,...
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Mental health from the perspective of an unemployed graduate
Mental health is one of the aspects that play an important role in the well-being of an individual. For years, the mental health conversation has been stigma in different societies. People always shy away from talking about the state of their mental health because they are trying to avoid discrimination and judgment. In this...
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Gaining perspective on food allergies
Having a food allergy is common, but we don’t know as much as we would like about the condition. It’s an emerging issue, and the diagnosis of severe food allergies is increasing. As a chronic condition, food allergy has not received the awareness that it warrants globally. Believe it or not, allergies are the...
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Keep calm and… find hacks to manage anxiety
‘Keep Calm and Carry On.’ It’s probably one of the most overused statements in the last decade. We’ve all seen the posters, mugs, gifs, and memes. We still see them. Along with stunning images of rock displays, meditation poses, and Buddhas with the mantras ‘Om,’ ‘Breathe,’ ‘Relax,’ or ‘Chill’ proudly displayed. But if you’re...
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How social media can impact your mental health
Social media has significantly impacted mental health in both positive and negative ways. On the positive side, social media has allowed people to connect with others, build communities, and access support groups for various mental health issues. Social media platforms also enable individuals to share their experiences and raise awareness of mental health issues,...
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Indecision: A subtle drain for millennials
Making decisions is something we do every day. It moves us forward in life; it sets the wheels in motion and allows us to get things done. While for some, making decisions on simple things is easy, for others, it can be difficult, especially for the millennial generation. Millennials have grown up in a...
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Managing the “imposter” in your life
It’s probably safe to say that we’ve all had moments in life where we’ve questioned our capabilities or achievements. Living in a society with enormous pressure to achieve can make it seem unavoidable. For many millennials, however, the associated feelings of doubt, worry, or lack of worth hinders confidence – to the point of...
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How to survive as a ‘newbie’ and navigate the thrills and challenges
Everyone has likely been a ‘newbie’ at some point in life, whether trying a new hobby, starting a recent study, or venturing away from familiar surroundings. These unique experiences often come with challenges, emotions, and feelings, with fear being the most common. However, embracing the role of a newbie can lead to significant personal...
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10 simple things you can do each day to reduce anxiety
According to the World Health Organization, about 1 in 13 people have anxiety and it is only rising further with the increased demands on to-do lists, the millionaire entrepreneurs getting younger and younger increasing the pressure we feel to succeed, and seeing the perfect pictures on Instagram. In this article I’m going to give...
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5 ways to stay creative in your everyday life
Life is not going to stop happening just because you want to stay creative; this means that you will have to be intentional about showing up for yourself and staying creative in your everyday life. Here are a few easy and practical ways of how you can stay creative in your daily life.  Make...
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