My physics teacher in Grade 12 who is a U of T alum told me that "There's no such thing as a free lunch" - i.e. nothing in life comes free, you need to work for it. My friend Danielle…
Six Strategies for a Splendid Snow Day
As it seems to be the trend this semester, snow days are upon us. While the weather has not been completely in our favour, that doesn’t mean we need to be grey as well! Although I’m not currently in Toronto,…
Reflecting on my New Year’s resolutions
I can’t believe it’s almost March. I feel like January and February have just flown by! Usually they feel like the longest months of the year, but not this time around. Since we’re almost two months into 2019, it seems…
What am I doing with my summer?? – A Contemplation
I miss my cat, my parents and the food (in no particular order)...
#JoyAtUofT: Leading with Joy
“Does it spark joy?” a useful question to ask myself when I'm de-cluttering, and practicing leadership.
#JoyatUofT: Mindfulness during Midterms
Having free drop-in sessions on campus allows students to take a break from their work and come back with a clearer mind. It also provides an environment for beginners to practice with guidance of instructors. It’s a pretty cool thing to have on campus!
One Last Time: Things to Do Before I Graduate
What’s on your bucket list of things to do at U of T?
Surviving Exam Season: Japan Edition
On January 28th at 10:00 PM JST, I jumped for joy and started playing “Freedom! ‘90” on full blast. At this moment, I submitted the final assignment of my first semester at the University of Tokyo. Due to the different…
Making POSt and Making Friends
We all have one or two people that we ALWAYS see in almost all our classes. Most of the time, it's obvious to both parties; but it can be nerve wrecking to go up to them and ask "What's your POSt?"
How I Prepared For Exchange
Coming at you live from Gare de L’est Station in Paris after just missing my train for a weekend trip, I don’t feel as though I’m prepared for exchange—but is readiness really the issue? After a 30-minute phone call rant…