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Learning to be okay with myself
Why is spending time by yourself so daunting? I discuss my journey with becoming comfortable doing things alone.
Movies and TV shows about women aren't just for women
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There's an accepted falsehood that films and TV shows about men are for everyone, while films and TV shows about women are for women only. Finally, that's starting to change.
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NAIDOC week 2021: Heal Country!
This week, 4 to 11 July, is NAIDOC Week. It is an annual occasion that celebrates and honours the history, culture, contribution, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Keeping track of life: daily diary entries
Welcome to my first blog! I reflect upon a habit that I'm surprised I still do - diary entries!
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The importance of taking breaks
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Mid-year exam time is coming up, and with it, all the expected stress, tears, and late-night snacks. But amidst all the chaos, don’t forget to develop a good study routine that includes breaks.
Britney Spears: the fight for freedom in the age of celebrity ownership
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.
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To study at home or at university?
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Why is it so hard for me to get work done on campus? While other’s find it hard to be productive at home? I discuss my thoughts on where to study.
The power of gratitude
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.
A new book? How frightening
I love reading, I always have, but the problem I have with it is that I find it really difficult to leave the comfort and safety of teenage and young adult fiction. I find the romance of YA fiction to be idealistic and thrilling – the way characters are swept off their feet, the improbable meet-cutes, the aspirational promises they make to each other…I’m a huge softie, it’s true. I also love fantasy, but the adult fantasy is just so weird sometimes. Thankfully, I can always rely on good ol’ teenage fiction to bring me the joy of magic.
Dogs, rabbits & cats (which is the best pet?)
Pets are the greatest – who doesn’t want to come home to the unconditional love of a little animal? I delve into my experience with pets and why connecting with pets are so special.
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