inspiration

Society inspires literature, and literature inspires society. The union of my English and sociology majors constantly reminds me of this beautiful dynamic.

Vision boards, scrapbooks, collages or whatever you’d like to call them, putting together a collection of images is an accessible activity that I find both rewarding and fun. And with so many choices, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are some of my tips on how to fill up that scary blank page. 

Like a social pariah among victors with seemingly endless opportunities, I tactfully observed a living system of privilege and oppression that causes present and generational pain. I refused to submit to this feeling as I forged a new way forward.

Tired of scrolling through Pinterest to find fashion or outfit ideas? Switch up your style with some inspiration from all-time classic movies and shows such as "Clueless" or "Sex and the City." As you sit back and rewatch these films, be sure to take notes on the variety of fashion aesthetics represented. The Clog's made your job a little easier by identifying some unique outfit ideas you can replicate!

We all have different forms of procrastinating and coping with the daily stress of school. One of my favorite ways to calm down is to listen to the wisdom of public speakers via TED Talks.

But I am not someone to look up to simply because of my experience with myasthenia gravis. In fact, focusing on that diminishes my other accomplishments.

Dancing is a rewarding sport; it’s supposed to make you tired and sore, but it’s also supposed to make you happy — otherwise you’re not doing something right.

Here at the Clog, we're always seeking sources of motivation. One of the greatest ways to find it is by observing what's around you, and these places provide some of the greatest environments to do just that.