Signs of life
We Need to Talk
The truth is, living is a choice. It’s a choice I’ve made every day since my struggle with depression began.
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My semester of rest and revelations
We Need to Talk
I knew I couldn’t feed my hunger for instant success without putting my wellness in jeopardy. Instead, I crafted a semester-long 5-part plan to resist my appetite for perfection
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To all the therapists I’ve seen before
We Need to Talk
After that first rejection, I began seeing another therapist, my time in her office and billable hours lasting longer. At this point, I was 13 and suffering from severe anxiety.
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Places to visit in Berkeley when you’re feeling overwhelmed
I firmly believe in the importance of self-care and stepping away from overwhelming thoughts and feelings whenever necessary. This is why I’ve compiled this list of peaceful places to visit in Berkeley to help subside your most anxious and stressful moments.
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How horror movies helped my anxiety
The characters did have a good reason to worry about their surroundings and environment: something or someone was going after them. There might be a few people going after me, but they aren’t as spooky as Freddy Kreuger or a cult in an isolated village. I was worrying about turning in my homework on time.
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We have a serious mental health crisis…but go Bears?
There is nothing impressive about pushing yourself to the point of no return — it is always braver to be vulnerable. Maybe it’s time that admitting when it’s hard, asking for help and practicing self-care become a part of who we are as UC Berkeley students.
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Contingency plans and guaranteed uncertainty: A personal essay
I’ve realized that sometimes making the wrong choice is better than making no choice at all. Mistakes can be managed; stagnancy cannot.
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Anxiety surrounding the post-graduation unknown
As a current senior, the question I get asked most often is, “So, what are your plans after graduation?” I’m still uncertain about what I want them to be.
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How doing less allowed me to achieve more
Doing less means refocusing my energy on activities that bring me joy and fulfillment so that I can maximize my potential in the long run.
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Understanding purpose anxiety: A personal essay
As the holiday season kicks into full gear, perhaps some of the most dreadful questions college students receive surround their ambitions. Although we know they come with good intentions most of the time, questions surrounding our academic journeys and career paths such as “How’s your degree going?” or “What’s your
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