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Food during lockdown

Posted on Jul 20 2021 by Nicholas

Food during the pandemic has been a topic of much conversation.

Britney Spears: the fight for freedom in the age of celebrity ownership

Posted on Jun 28 2021 by Sascha

In 2007, following signs of personal struggles in public, Britney Spears was placed under a conservatorship over her assets, estate, and business affairs. Thirteen years later, amidst the height of the "Free Britney” movement, Spears has spoken out in attempt to regain her freedom.

Learning to accept mistakes

Posted on Jun 24 2021 by Sascha

As I near 25, I’ve been reflecting on the chapter of my life that’s my early twenties – a time filled with successes and (quite a few) mistakes.

Burnout: hey, hey, my, my

Posted on Jun 22 2021 by Ember

I’m feeling like this photo I took of the sea lion captures the stress I am currently feeling about the slow pace of my writing. If only “flow” would possess me straight for four hours each day then I’d have this thesis done already.

The power of gratitude

Posted on Jun 20 2021 by Ada

The last year and a bit have been really tough on all of us. A lot of the time we only focus on the negative things and seem to forget all about the positives. Gratitude is a great method for people to be able to respect and treasure what they have instead of constantly looking for something new to make them happy or complete.

Imposter syndrome: how can we overcome this?

Posted on Jun 14 2021 by Ingrid

At some point in your life, you’ve probably had a case of imposter syndrome. It’s a self-sabotaging mindset that can prevent you from accomplishing your goals. Continue reading for my experiences and advice with dealing with imposter syndrome.

The importance of slowing down

Posted on Jun 10 2021 by Sascha

Recently, I was hit with a cold, and instead of being kind to myself and slowing down, I ignored that little voice in my head and pushed on.

Checking up on friends

Posted on Jun 4 2021 by Cooper

With so much going in the world, I am trying to remember to check up on others and myself.

Reconciliation Week 2021

Posted on Jun 3 2021 by Ada

2021 marks twenty years of Reconciliation Australia and the theme is “More than a word. Reconciliation takes action,” urging the reconciliation movement towards braver and more impactful action, and more than just raising awareness and knowledge. Reconciliation is about Indigenous and non-indigenous people uniting and being one as a nation and as a people.

Overthinking and worrying

Posted on May 30 2021 by Cooper

I can find myself in a state of stress and anxiety at times and most of the time it is because of my over thinking.