Around this time of the semester, schoolwork piles up and the other parts of my life seem to be pushed to the side. The way school becomes so prioritized to the point that, during these busy times, the only time…
Author: Laura
A Museum of Joy!
Hope you are having a wonderful reading week so far! Wherever you are at this time, I hope you are able to take a breather and enjoy time with yourself, family, and/or friends (even if it’s done virtually). This has…
The Guide I Needed When I Was Looking For A Therapist
Want to get something off your chest? Seeking counselling or support? Whether it’s short-term academic stress or a long-term concern, counselling may be something you are currently considering. Important: if you are registered with Accessibility Services, you can connect with…
Haven’t reached out to an academic advisor yet? – Here’s why you should!
There are so many resources available to us at U of T, and with the larger commitment school has required in the online setting, navigating all these resources can be intimidating. However, there is hope! A very quick and easy way to start your navigation…
8 Low-Effort Break Ideas for the Final Stretch of the Semester!
Hi all! As the semester is wrapping up, I wanted to share some break ideas during this final exam grind AND for the upcoming winter break! This has been a challenging semester and a challenging year. I hope you are…
How I Stay Connected to U of T Campus Events (at home)
Hope you are doing well and keeping warm! I feel like at this point in the semester, life has been focused solely on school. So, I wanted to bring to light how to find workshops and events that can bring…
How I Plan Reading Week (plus some mental break ideas)
Happy Reading Week everyone! Now that the well-anticipated break is finally here, I’m trying my best to plan how my week will go. If you’re like me, you’re struggling to find the balance of taking actual breaks while also catching…
How I Create Boundaries Between Studying and Breaks!
With online schooling, studying and social time has just become a constant blur. Just yesterday I was studying for my midterm and was constantly distracted by the quicksand of texts and social media. What may be most difficult about effectively…
The Guilt of Asking for Help and Accommodations (Midterm Edition)
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…
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.…