Hello, internet friends. It’s almost my twenty-first birthday, and in honor of that, I wanted to create this post discussing lessons I’ve learned along the way. I’ve gained a lot of knowledge, and I want to share that knowledge with the world (or, at least the readers of this blog). Without further ado, here are 21 lessons I’ve learned in 21 years. 1. Always Follow … Continue reading 21 Lessons in 21 Years
We all suffer from occasional bouts of sadness. Whether this sadness has a direct cause or whether you’re just having a down kind of day, there are practices you can implement in your daily life to lift your mood and make the world seem brighter. Before we start, I must add a disclaimer. If you’re experiencing depression instead of occasional (and often situational) sadness, seek … Continue reading Ways to Be Happier
There’s a lot of uncertainty in the world today. From the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused many people to face challenges such as losing their jobs, to protests caused by the murder of George Floyd, there is much to feel unsettled about and much to question right now. For instance, when and how will the pandemic end? What will the world look like when it is … Continue reading How to Cope With Uncertainty
We’ve been in quarantine here in the United States for about two months now. As a student who isn’t taking any summer classes, I have much more free time than I normally would at this time of year. I think a lot of us are in the same boat here in terms of having more time than usual. I wrote a similar post on this … Continue reading How to Deal With Quarantine Boredom
We’re always on the lookout for people, places and things that will make us happy. If only I got my dream job, I’d be happy. If only I met the love of my life, I’d be happy. If only I got that sports car I’ve always wanted, I’ll be happy. Sure, these things may provide a temporary burst of happiness, but in time, they will … Continue reading The Power of Gratitude
As you sit here and read this blog post, ask yourself a question: “Do I love myself?” If the answer is yes, that’s great. If the answer is no, that’s okay, too! Maybe you’ve been told previously that it’s selfish to love yourself, that it’s selfish to place your own needs above someone else’s. It can be especially hard to prioritize yourself if you’re a … Continue reading The Importance of Self-Love
Mistakes … unfortunately, we’ve all made them from time to time. From leaving your wallet at home when you’re going out to the store to deciding to never ask out your longtime crush to never making time to travel like you always wanted to, making mistakes from time to time is something we all do. Small mistakes, big mistakes — the magnitude of a mistake … Continue reading When You Wish You’d Done Things Differently
Now that it’s summertime, many of us students find ourselves with more free time than we have during the school year. The upside of this? We have more time to relax and focus on ourselves than we normally do. The downside? It’s really easy to get bored. I find that if I don’t keep busy enough during the summer, I start to feel bored, and … Continue reading Bored? Here Are Some Ideas to Keep Yourself Busy
Let’s face it: Many of us are busy, busy people. Just doing our daily activities can be draining. Between work or school and socializing, it can be hard to find time for ourselves. But taking time to recharge is vital, because it gives us the strength and resilience to go about our days feeling energized. Here’s a pamper routine for any time you need to … Continue reading A Feel-Good Pamper Routine
Let’s face it — nowadays, we’re all stressed from time to time. Between school or work and social obligations, it can be hard to find time for yourself. But taking care of yourself is crucial. After all, if you aren’t taking care of yourself, how will you be able to take care of anyone else? Here are some ideas on how to show yourself some … Continue reading Ideas for Practicing Self-Care
What Not to do at Nineteen 