As Valentine’s Day creeps closer and closer, red hearts and decor seem to flood any store and ads for flowers and chocolates bombard from all angles. Ideally, Valentine’s Day is to be one for perfection;...
I sit in front of my banged-up laptop, the Netflix-produced glow shining in the 3 a.m. darkness. An episode of “The Office” plays absently, my mind drifting on how Pam and Jim had been so perfectly...
In an episode of “Gilmore Girls,” one of the main characters, Rory, goes through a devastating teenage breakup. Rory’s mother, Lorelai, insists that her daughter take time to wallow, but Rory refuses....
On Jan. 20, we had the opportunity to attend the Women’s March in Downtown San Diego. While we both agree that it was an eye-opening experience, we internally faced some frustrations throughout the course...
Whether we like it or not, we are all afraid of something. This fear can be about the unknown outcomes of life after college, rejection, long-term commitments or any life impacting event. Fear is embedded...
If you are anything like me, you have probably been called “quiet” or “shy” for most of your life. The kind of person who sits in the back of the classroom, not asking questions as a result of...
As the seasons shift the students into a dreary (and lately, foggy) stupor, it isn’t shocking to be stuck in a similar mental mindset. The winter atmosphere can bring increased mental strain for many,...
Adult coloring books have been a recent trend among those looking for new ways to destress, but is it really worth the time of a UC San Diego student? I decided to make a deal with myself: I would color...
As a college student, managing academics, finances, and relationships while attempting to maintain a well-balanced work-life seems inconceivable. An effective way to improve wellness and healthy living...
If someone were to ask me what my thoughts are on mental health, I’d feel as though I could go on for days. I could talk about the stigma and how detrimental I believe it is for those who may want help...
In 2016, UC San Diego reported that 35,821 students were enrolled in the university. Given the numbers, simply noting that UCSD is a big school would be quite the understatement. Being able to attend this...
When looking back at my childhood, countless images of colored paper and glitter glue are what come to mind. My messy drawings littered my fridge and cabinets, reminiscent of a rather haphazard art gallery....