For the few, unfortunate souls who are not familiar with Harry Potter, Dementors are creatures which “… drain peace, hope, and happiness out of the air around them … get too near a Dementor and every good feeling, every happy…
How to Deal (2003) with Stress
Okay guys, let’s be real: University can be stressful. And the award for “the biggest understatement of the year” goes to me! Seriously though – university can be stressful; I’m not lying about that. Between your exams, assignments, tutorials, iClicker…
That Human Thing Where You Meet New People: My Social Anxiety and the Importance of Being Selfish
So here is the thing, I am really awful at meeting new people. I don’t know what it is, but anytime someone introduces me to their friend/significant other, I get all manic and loud and just, well, hyper. Keep it…
Mental Wellness Month: I NEED HELP!
If you are currently experiencing a crisis, please do not hesitate to reach out! The staff at U of T can support you and help you access the resources you may need. Here are some resources to keep in mind: Contact…
My Mental Health Story
It’s been 18 weeks since I wrote my introduction post on this blog. I remember sitting down at my computer to draft it and thinking that I wanted to portray the best image of myself. I wanted to be the epitome of…
Looking Ahead, and Choosing a Path
Dealing with your program can be stressful. Choosing your degree can be hardest. This question can be easy for some people, but asking yourself what degree you want can force you to ask bigger questions as well. For me, choosing…
Mental Wellness Month: I didn’t think it would be this hard
Everyone here at U of T knows that hard times can crop up unexpectedly. Sometimes, struggling in classes or getting a lower grade than you expected is the source of stress. But lots of students are also worried about a…
Mental Wellness Month: I’m Great!
So, we're a few weeks into classes and things are going well: you're on top of readings, have a great social life, and are enjoying your time here at U of T. That's great -- you're on your way to achieving…
Mythbusters: Teaching Assistant Edition.
Last week, we shared a moment about tutorials, and briefly mentioned that they are usually run by Teaching Assistants (TAs). What exactly a TA is can be elusive to most students, and I think it's important to spend a few minutes together…
Unplugged Hour: A Future Retrospective
I submit my blog posts on Tuesday. They are published on Thursday. Therefore, I am uniquely unable to promote or to provide insight into Unplugged Hour on Wednesday. However, irrelevance has never stopped anybody from speaking with authority, so I…