by Annie MacIntosh | Mar 25, 2019 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Annie
Hi Folks! It’s a beautiful time of year right now. The cherry trees are blooming, the sun is shining on the students lounging on the quad, and our rain-jacket/Blundstones uniform is slowly being traded out for lighter wear. As amazing as it is to finally have some...
by Annie MacIntosh | Nov 29, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Annie
Have you ever heard of rumination? Its a term that describes continuously going over a thought, worry, or problem in your mind without being able to come to a resolution or find closure. Rumination is akin to dwelling; even though you might know that the thoughts...
by Annie MacIntosh | Mar 21, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Annie
Hey folks! What comes to mind when you think when you think of self- care? Most students are no strangers to reading about the concept, but I’ve been seeing a lot of #selfcare articles featuring 8-dollar bath bombs, manicures, and exotic herbal teas. Lately, self-...
by Annie MacIntosh | Jan 31, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Annie
First year is a hectic time: There are so many transitions to navigate. Many people in their first year are experiencing many other firsts, too: First time living away from home, first time having to make your own schedule and be autonomously responsible for yourself,...
by Annie MacIntosh | Jan 23, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Annie
The emotion of anger is stigmatized: It’s associated with violence, recklessness, and poor self-regulation. What few people realize is that anger is OK! Everyone experiences anger. From an evolutionary perspective, we experience anger to better navigate...
by Annie MacIntosh | Nov 22, 2017 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Annie
Mindfulness practices have been getting a lot of attention in the media lately, and in our hustling, bustling world, it’s easy to see why: There is such value in taking a moment to ground yourself. Mindfulness is a form of meditation- it serves to calm our minds...
