In life, I think we all want to be considered to be an expert. Consciously or not, achieving Expert status is a goal we all seek because it means we're validated, important, and knowledgable. Sounds great, right? Well, here's why I think being an expert can be a bad thing at times... Perfectionism If… Continue reading Don’t Worry If You’re Not An Expert
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Decisions Are Hurting Our Health
There's never been so much choice than there is today and I believe that this is one of the leading causes in our society's mental health decline. We have never had so much choice on careers, with university being more easily accessible, new jobs being created, being able to travel and work abroad, and being… Continue reading Decisions Are Hurting Our Health
International Women’s Day: My Top Inspirational Women
Here is my list of incredible women who have inspired and impressed me personally: Oprah J.K. Rowling Emma Watson Maya Angelou Michelle Obama Angie Thomas Elizabeth Gilbert Ellen DeGeneres Laverne Cox Reni Eddo-Lodge Malala Yousafzai Ellen Page Serena Williams Reese Witherspoon Beyonce Zendaya Coleman Tahereh Mafi Charline Theron Lady Gaga Tomi Adeyemi Natalie Portman And… Continue reading International Women’s Day: My Top Inspirational Women
Are We Supposed to Hate Work?
There are a great many people who think that they are supposed to hate their work. That "work is work" and therefore it's not enjoyable; it's just a sad part of life because we all need money. But is this true? Is this the right way to think? People with this mindset upset me. They… Continue reading Are We Supposed to Hate Work?
Why Rewatching “Community” Was What I Needed Right Now
Over the last few weeks, I've rewatched the comedy show Community which is set in a community college. Seven misfits are brought together in their studies and the show explores their mental health, life choices, identity, relationships, flaws, and futures while on whimsical, ridiculous college-based adventures. I've not been in the best place so far… Continue reading Why Rewatching “Community” Was What I Needed Right Now