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Still, the journey to joy is riddled with obstacles and illusions. Happiness is subjective to time, identity and experience. Though my current perception of happiness will surely change in the future, I know there will forever remain sources I cannot outgrow.

I would like to offer the mantra that I use to reveal my ghastly wounds to my non-POC friends to conceal their white savior complex. Show, don’t tell.

It was never a secret to my family that I was struggling with my mental health. That being said, my mental state was never outwardly discussed. Avoiding this sensitive topic is a hallmark of the Korean experience.

Abortion resources have been notoriously difficult to obtain, even for students seeking one on our very own campus through University Health Services (UHS).

As studies continually investigate the correlation between social media usage and mental health, we have become acutely attuned to the deeper reality behind the screen. Modern online platforms now hold the power to use us as much as — and sometimes even more than — we use them.

The lack of sexual support in the media for young women is disappointing but not surprising. Step one is learning to be cognizant of the media we consume. 

If there’s anything this pandemic has taught us, it is that we are stronger when we are kind and stand together to support one another.

Whether you're in Berkeley or taking time away somewhere else in the world, there are many ways you can give your time, labor or money to support a collective cause in your community. 

Each year, Juneteenth commemorates a milestone to freedom for Black Americans. As Black people celebrate this weekend, support Black businesses and buy these products from a Bay Area business. 

With all of the work GSIs do for us, it is worthwhile to give them some support back, which many of you may already be doing. Here are some additional ways to support and appreciate your GSIs.