It's reading week but I don't know how to relax. I'm still in full school mode, waking up on time for class. School puts me in a super-active state of mind. I have to keep on doing things, and there's…
What’s On Where? – Staying in the Know at U of T
I get asked, "How do you know about all these things happening on campus all the time?", a lot. My mental answer is always - how could you not?
Winter is coming
The frigid air hits my ribs through my fall coat. My hands cannot survive outside of my pockets for more than a few minutes. Winter is coming, and in Toronto that means spending half of your day putting on and…
This Midterm Season, I’m Making Workouts a Priority
Midterm season is upon us, which inevitably brings with it stress, anxiety and way more things to study for than there are hours in the day. During the busier times of the semester, I often find myself slipping into old…
Exhaustion, Mid-term Season, and Getting the Grades
Running around campus, trying to manage 5 classes, clubs, work, and professional development leaves little time for leisure as it is. Throw midterms into the mix, and I'm bound to max out by the end of October. Two years of…
Aware of self-care
Giving my brain a well-deserved hug with good thoughts and love after all the unnecessary drama I’ve put them through.
School’s Back in Session, and So is My Anxiety-Here’s How I Deal
Since the start of the new semester, my anxiety has come back with a vengeance. I have always been an anxious person, and have struggled with anxious thoughts and constant worrying at different points in my life. However, my anxiety…
Hart House has a Farm?? – Equinox Trip
"Can I have S'more, please?"
It’s Okay to Take a Break
In the spirit of the Jewish Holiday Yom Kippur this week, I wanted to take a minute to reflect. This holiday, also known as “The Day of Atonement,” is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Yom Kippur falls exactly…
Everyday is Like The First Day of School
A few years back, my high school held an informative panel discussion in letting grade 12 students in on the secrets of University. As I sat among my group of friends, I attempted to focus as my head span from…