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Reading for leisure
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In a society which consumes so much digital media, reading a novel or poetry is a nice getaway. It’s even more exciting when you’re able to discuss literature with friends. Continue reading for my book recommendations and reflections on reading for leisure.
Review - a night in the hills
In the middle of our break, my friend and I decided to stay the night in Hahndorf – the famous small town known for its German heritage.
Review: The Heights
When I told a friend I was watching The Heights on ABC, she referred to it as ‘ABC Neighbours,’ after the long-running Channel 10 soap. I thought this was a pretty funny and pretty fair characterisation of the show, now entering its second season.
Am I sick and tired of renting?
![Keys unlock a door](/student/wellbeing/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-08/house-1407562_1920.jpg?h=e5aec6c8&itok=LUvTKuT9)
Renting can be a really stressful venture. Unfortunately, due to the instability of Covid, I have moved places three times in the last eighteen-months. As I gear up to do it again ready for next year, I am already dreading the experience.
A post-lockdown reflection
Olympics, Prince Harry, Sheila, Alex Morgan, and Ted Lasso....
Life without a dog
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I’ve been considering if I should add a fluffy companion to my company.
Long distance friendships
![Faces on computer screens](/student/wellbeing/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-07/photomontage-1514218_1920.jpg?h=e5aec6c8&itok=PUFzfKTT)
Friendships come and go – that is the inevitable truth of the world we live in.
Media and activities vs anxiety
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Everyone has probably done some stressing recently.
Pandemic fatigue
We've emerged from lockdown (yay) but there’s still a very palpable sense of uncertainty fatigue.