Life @ U of T – Page 133

Don’t search for joy, search for meaning

Victor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning and “Is There Meaning to Life”, the recent dialogue at Convocation Hall (featuring philosopher William Lane Craig, psychology professor Dr. Jordan Peterson, and philosopher and author Dr. Rebecca Newberger Goldstein) made me look at…

Illustrating Joy

In the midst of scary midterms and stressful due dates, a week dedicated to celebrating the joy on campus couldn't come at a better time. In spirit of the Joy at U of T Campaign, I brought the question back…

Emi jumping on the bed in her dorm room, using a hairbrush as a microphone.

Joy through Music

I like to joke that my earbuds are an IV. Unless I’m studying or at a lecture, there’s a 90% chance that I’m jamming out to whatever album or playlist has caught my fancy. Music is one thing that never…

Finding Joy in the Small Things

In honor of the 'Joy at U of T' campaign, I decided to reflect on the past week and write about things that brought me joy. Now, these aren't life-changing events, but in fact, small things that kept me going…

night time shot of University College in winter

Winter Blues or Campus Views?

It’s that time of the year again. It’s almost always that time of the year in Toronto. Winter. The cold, dark, and short days where everything from your boots to your bag are covered in salt stains from walking around…

the four completed panels, hung up on a beige wall beside each other

Joyful room decorations -Painted Panels!

We spend a lot of time in our bedroom (or dorm room). Particularly during winter months, when it is too cold to go outside and we’re too busy with school work to leave our homes. Since we spend so much…

Wakatshennón:ni (I am happy)

It’s the time of the year where the snow keeps falling and spring’s warmth seems far away, where midterms are almost here, yet the end is months away. It can turn you into a bit of a hermit and an…

Self-Care in the Midst of Mental Illness

Last week, I wrote about exercise and mental health. Following up on that, I wanted to share some mental health tips that have been helpful for me! Develop a bedtime routine and stop looking at screens before you go to…

Overcoming Academic Perfectionism

Last week was one of those weeks. My midterms were nearing, I had a confusing paper due at the end of the week, and I felt overwhelmed by my extracurriculars. Despite pouring hours into my studying and writing, all I…

Hear it from a second year: dropping a course, readings and midterm reviews!

This week Psychology specialist Soha Salman helps us unpack some things she learned from her first year. Now that she's in her second year she's put these insights to great use. Whether you’re in the middle of your first year…

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