by Emma Fitzpatrick-Sauer | Mar 1, 2019 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Emma
A few months ago I dipped lower for a lot longer than I usually do. “Dipping low” is what I refer to the periods of depression I feel, it feels like a safe and easy way to explain to my family and friends what I am experiencing. In a world that can seem overwhelmingly...
by Emma Fitzpatrick-Sauer | Apr 10, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Emma
Hi everyone! I hope you’re reading this on a beautiful sunny day. Victoria has relatively mild winters but somedays, when I haven’t seen the sun in what feels like weeks and my feet are wet from the rain it can be hard to find to motivation to do anything,...
by Emma Fitzpatrick-Sauer | Feb 20, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Emma
Hi everyone, I wish I could say I was unique in the dread I feel when I have to do certain things like sit in traffic or clean my apartment. I wish I was unique in waking up some days and feeling just a little more burnt out than the day before, a little less...
by Emma Fitzpatrick-Sauer | Feb 1, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Emma
Hi readers! I’m not much of an advocate for New Year’s Resolutions. Instead, I like to reflect on the past year and set intentions for myself. My intention this year is to let myself off the hook when it comes to scheduling. I’ve had a lot of changes...
by Emma Fitzpatrick-Sauer | Jan 30, 2018 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Emma
Hi readers! As the school year winds down and the weather becomes a little chillier I hope you have all been able to enjoy some rest and relaxation. The sense of community I feel is always strongest around the holidays and allows me to reflect on the past year. It is...
by Emma Fitzpatrick-Sauer | Nov 21, 2017 | Alumni Bloggers, Written by Emma
In honor of Memorial Day this month I wanted to talk to a veteran about mental health. Daniel* is in his 60s now but the impact of war can be heard in his voice. In many ways what he doesn’t say tells us more than what he does. Speaking with him reminded me that...
