Why Confidence Comes From Keeping Promises To Yourself
I’m going to tell you about a part of my life that I often keep private. The part that often gets lost in the...
Why I Quit Drinking Alcohol At 21
I first started drinking alcohol at 14 years old. In my community, adults offer everyone except young kids alcohol at dinner. If you accidentally...
Why You Should Give Audiobooks A Try
Like many readers, I love the feel of a physical book, hardcover or otherwise. Maybe it’s because I grew up with those books, running...
The Unexpected Reason Behind My Hair Shedding That May Be Impacting You Too
I never imagined that a vitamin deficiency would have anything to do with my hair.
When I first noticed more strands in my hairbrush, I...
The Skincare Lesson I Learned When I Stopped Chasing Perfect Skin
I used to treat skincare like a race I was always losing.
Every time I saw a new product, treatment, or ingredient online, I felt...
How I’ve Come To Think About A Dog’s Wellness
I've started paying more attention to the quiet signals dogs give off, the ones that are easy to dismiss until they add up. Most...
I Thought My Tired Eyes Were Normal Until My Routine Suffered
For years, I treated my tired eyes as the inevitable cost of my modern lifestyle—the tax I paid for a career and social life...
My Next Steps After Earning A Bachelor’s Degree In Nutrition
When I completed my bachelor’s degree in nutrition, I felt proud, relieved, and excited about the future. After spending years studying food science, health...
How Studying International Issues Changed The Way I See The World
A few years ago, I thought most international issues had simple explanations. When reading about migration, trade disputes, environmental problems, or geopolitical conflicts, I...
How The ‘Clean Girl’ Aesthetic Threatens Cultural Expression
Over the centuries, makeup and fashion have evolved to reflect changing times. Beauty and fashion are key ways to creatively express identities, cultures, and...
