A Woman and Her Wardrobe: Expressions of Self-Discovery, Ownership and Joy
Reframing Body Shaming: Instead, Choose Self-Love, Body Positivity and Acceptance
5 Stress Management Techniques for WFH Entrepreneurs: Identify Your Own Work Rhythm
My Unsolicited Advice: Changing Plans and Growing Through the Uncomfortable
Beauty Sleep is Real: How to Improve Your Nighttime Habits for Better Skin
Go Outdoors and Have a Picnic! It’s International Picnic Day!
Take a break from your busy schedule this summer and have a picnic! International Picnic Day is Tuesday, June 18. It’s a great day to lay a blanket on the grass and enjoy some good food. Now, there are a lot of interesting facts about this holiday. Fun Facts for...
Keep Calm and Carry On: How to Cope Through a Panic Attack
Your heart is racing. Your palms are sweating. You start to hyperventilate. You wonder if you’re having a heart attack, and the fear of losing control makes you freak out even more. You realize that you’re experiencing a panic attack. Panic attacks are episodes of...
Why You Should Eat Your Vegetables: Reminders of Health Benefits
June 17 is National Eat Your Vegetables Day! Vegetables are part of a healthy diet. According to myplate.gov, women ages 19-60+ should have 2-3 cups of vegetables a day. You can eat vegetables cooked, raw or even made into juice. Along with being able to eat...
My Dad: My Best Friend Growing Up and Always My First Call
I’ve been a light sleeper my whole life. So has my dad. In fact, he is the only other light sleeper I know. When I was younger he taught me how to control my breathing to help me fall asleep and calm down. Inhale for four, hold for four, exhale for four, and hold...
The Multi-Talented Deedra Jordan-Evans: Embracing Each Season as a Learning Opportunity
In the heart of Oklahoma City, where the vibrant hues of creativity paint the skies, a journey in the music industry sprouted from the seeds of childhood for our protagonist, Deedra Jordan-Evans. Born into the world of entertainment, she found herself ensconced in...
It’s Okay To Change Your Mind: My Adventures While Studying Abroad
There’s a moment that occurs somewhere between the beginning and the end where I always find myself in utter disbelief. I cannot believe I am here. I cannot believe I have to leave soon. And in these moments, time seems to speed up. The briefness of my presence in...
Witch Hazel: Nature’s Multi-Purpose, Nontoxic Skincare Treatment
From the age of 13 to just a few years ago every time I would find a “blemish” on my skin I would do everything I could to make it disappear. I tried many face washes, scrubs, ointments, creams, etc. that didn’t do the job. They probably did more harm than good....
Skills I’ve Learned from Theatre That Have Shaped Me – As a Performer and in Life
One summer in fourth grade, I pretended to be Santa Claus. I sat at a table with five other kids and the teacher called out a character for us to play. One person maniacally laughed as they sneaked into the room as an evil mad scientist, the “mwahaha” kind. I...
Scrabble: The Board Game of Word-Building That I Hate, Despite Being an English Major
My father’s family played Scrabble after every wonderful German dinner for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and on other holidays. I hate Scrabble. First of all, I can’t spell. It’s tough to make words on this complicated board when spelling is a major challenge. I was the...
Coping Strategies for Getting Out of an Anxiety Spiral
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by anxious thoughts that your mind starts to shut down, you end up scrolling through mindless videos on your phone, binge-eating, and ignoring your problems? Before you know it, the whole day has passed, and you’ve found yourself...
Beauty Sleep is Real: How to Improve Your Nighttime Habits for Better Skin
Getting your beauty sleep is more than just a popular saying. Research has found that having just two days of sleep deprivation can negatively impact your attractiveness. A lack of sleep increases the stress hormone cortisol, which can cause breakouts, as well as...
Social Anxiety is Normal – 5 Ways to Ease Your Nerves and Engage with Confidence
Has your heart ever raced right before a meeting at work? Have you ever felt a sense of dread at being invited to a social event where you don’t know anyone? Or have you ever sat amongst a group of friends and felt like you were contributing the least value to the...
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