by Sophie McIntyre | Mar 18, 2022 | Written by Sophie
Hi readers! I wanted to share a piece of writing I wrote for UVIC’s on the Verge writing contest last year on resilience. My hope is that by sharing my mental health experiences, you – the reader, will feel a little less alone. Thanks for reading! I was 13...
by Yo'ad Eilon-Heiber | Mar 18, 2022 | Written by Yo'ad
Hi friends!As someone who has wanted to pursue further education after my bachelors, I have often found myself trying to find a healthy balance between maintaining my grades and maintaining my mental health. Through my four years of schooling I have learned how to...
by Ananya Ogiral | Jan 10, 2022 | Written by Ananya
“… you both get dirty and the pig enjoys it” – George Bernard Shaw The internet is packed with suggestions on how to confront someone, or how to overcome your fear of confrontation. If you identify as an introvert or ambivert, you’ve probably looked those...
by Yo'ad Eilon-Heiber | Nov 16, 2021 | Written by Yo'ad
As someone who deals with claustrophobia, studying in a crowded library or café does not work well for me. Over my 3 years here at Victoria, I have been able to find places that allow me to ground myself and study calmly, without the anxiety of a cramped space. Below...
by Hannah | Oct 18, 2021 | Written by Hannah
COVID-19 has changed the world around us in many ways, some for the positive but also some highly negative. One damaging aspect that has been highlighted and amplified by the pandemic is the level of anti-Asian racism experienced worldwide. From 2020-2021, across 15...
