With midterms coming up, I have been preparing by organizing my time and registering for my test accommodations. In high school, I prided myself in getting work done even at the expense of my health, which is sadly not a…
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Unlikely Friendships in Unlikely Times
Now that school is online, I’ve been thinking more about how we are interacting with each other. I think what university teaches us most is how you navigate small and large moments, balancing school with life, and friends with family.…
Self-Compassion and Listening to Yourself
With the term in full swing, it’s also peak midterm season! Things haven’t been going too great for me, but this is why I want to share this week’s topic: self-compassion. This term is the first time I’m using my…
Accessibility in the Workplace: The Importance of Communication
One of the things I’m looking forward to is graduating and finally starting to work! In May, I’ll be starting my Professional Experience Year (PEY) and working for 12-16 months. One of my main concerns with employment is navigating my…
Forgive Yourself When Things Don’t Go Right
Last week, I discussed the reality of me applying all the skills and methods I have learned about wellbeing and the path to feeling better. I was honest in saying that it hasn’t been a perfect journey. But what should…
Speaking to Power: An Event Dedicated to Effective Communication
“FIVE RULES TO WRITING: Don’t think. Keep your hand moving. Don’t censor. Write the worst crap possible. You don’t have to share.” When I entered the room for last week’s Speaking to Power event, this was the first thing I…
Sidney Smith Commons: Inside and Out
This week, I had the pleasure to take a tour of the new Student Commons in Sidney Smith Hall (100 St. George St). For those of us who haven’t gotten a chance to see it yet (myself included), all I…
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…
Peer Advisors: Up Close & Personal
This week, I had the chance to sit down with one of the Peer Advisors (for more information, check out: https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/as/peer-programs#node-5632) at Accessibility Services and talk to them about what they do and why you should come talk to them…
Disability Series: ADHD
My whole life has been a blur of hyperactivity and energy. I was loud; the centre of attention in every way. Academics, surprisingly, came easy for me. I coasted through elementary and middle school, wowing teachers with my focus and…