Why I Think Instagram Should Get Rid of Likes I have a love-hate relationship with Instagram. It’s my favorite social media platform. I love editing photos and coming up with captions to describe the mood of the post. It’s a lot of work, but I don’t mind doing it. Sometimes though, I feel like I’m … Continue reading Real Talk: Are Instagram Likes Unhealthy?
Come Clean. Want to know a secret about me? I can't really lie. I can occasionally fib, and I occasionally tell little white lies if it means not hurting someone's feelings. I don't think I have ever been able to pull off a big lie though. I've tried lying before, but it never really works out. Either … Continue reading Real Talk: Honesty
Can Two People Who Don't Agree On Everything Be Friends? When I was still in grad school I dreamt of the summer days when I would have more free time. I thought that because I wasn't going to class after work or doing homework after work that I would have more time to see my … Continue reading Real Talk: A Difference of Opinions
Stress and Anxiety are Not the Same! This past weekend was so great. It was gorgeous outside all weekend. On Saturday night, I went out with most of my closest friends to celebrate my graduation from grad school. We got dinner and went out for a few drinks. The bar was pretty much empty, so it … Continue reading Real Talk: Stress vs. Anxiety
"'You can't wake up, this is not a dream. You're part of a machine, you are not a human being. With your face all made up, living on a screen. Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline...' I think there's a flaw in my code." Over the past few days, I have felt as … Continue reading Tips for Dealing with Anxiety and Other Mental Health Issues
Start the Conversation During Mental Health Awareness Month This May Who would have thought that the last semester (ever) of school for me would be so stressful? I mean, I guess it’s supposed to be really stressful. I don’t only have to complete finals, but I also have to worry about actually graduating. Plus, I’m … Continue reading Real Talk: Mental Health
Advice for the Younger ME It is FINALLY here. The last week of school ever for me is right around the corner. I'm incredibly excited. There are so many new opportunities waiting for me around the corner. I'm going to be able to do so many more things with my life without having to worry … Continue reading An Open Letter to My Freshman College-Self
"You know that it's you the reason that I come alive, come alive. It lives in your eyes." I think I was definitely made for living in warm weather only. Not only does the cold bother me SO MUCH, but I also find winter a little boring. The temps are finally warming up, the days … Continue reading Real Talk: Dating Someone You Met Online + Tips
"The mirror can lie doesn't show you what's inside." Last weekend, I spent my Sunday afternoon presenting a PowerPoint presentation to a bunch of middle school-aged Girl Scouts. No, the presentation wasn't on how to make a campfire or marketing tips on how to sell cookies. This presentation was on body image and social media. This … Continue reading Real Talk: Body Image
"I never met nobody Who sees the stars the way you do. Nobody that can love me When I'm stumbling 'round the room." I have learned a lot the past few years of my adult life. Some of those lessons have even been carried over from when I was in high school. The main thing … Continue reading Real Talk: Through Thick and Thin
Life of the Porcelain Doll 