Contradictory Things Existing at the Same Time
My media ethics professor sent the class an email asking if it is possible for a good person to be wrong. I think it is only right to ask the opposite as well. Is it possible for a bad person to be right? But that is not the point. The point is: what makes a person...
The Joys of Vitamins C, K, and E
There is not a single fruit or vegetable I have encountered that I do not like. I tend to think of fruits and vegetables as non-negotiable features of a healthy diet because all fruits and vegetables contain essential vitamins and minerals needed to maintain proper...
$0 In the Swear Jar…
I don’t use curse words. In fact, I’ve never physically spoken a curse word. Yeah, I know… I’m that person. To start, curse words were never actively present in my childhood reality. My parents and other communities I was a part of did not use them, so I was first...
Honesty Gets No Credit
I noticed that people do not appreciate honesty. The thought came to me subtly at first, then struck me clearly. An expression of honesty is often followed by emotional baggage in the form of opinions, accusations, and ultimatums. For example, you come home after a...
Turmeric and Tea
I avoid taking medicine, even when I’m sick. The idea of numbing pain that gives my brain some awareness of my physical state is unsettling to me. Not to mention the strain medicine places on the liver and other organs. Although sickness is often unexpected, I always...
Moments that Mark
We all have moments that mark us. Moments that define who we are and shape us in significant ways. My vocal “journey” was born out of such a moment. I’ve always loved words and have been fascinated with the ways our voices can fill a space, convey a message, and...
Part of the Equation
Today, I received a rejection letter. I had been preparing to apply to this particular program since freshman year. The application took me over 3 months to complete. I put my absolute best foot forward and worked tirelessly to produce the highest caliber of work. In...
Your Skincare is Aging You
What if I told you that your skincare products almost definitely contain ingredients that are contributing to and accelerating the aging of your skin’s cells? The aging culprits in your skincare are polyunsaturated fats. To understand how this process works, I’ll take...
The Art of Fragrance
I hated the smell of cigarettes so much that any encounter with a smoker would end with me dramatically covering my nose and a terrible spell of nausea. If you would have asked 10-year-old me what the worst smell in the world was, I would, without a doubt, say...
Why you always hatin’? Stop America Shaming.
Recently, I saw a few of my Instagram friends post an article on their stories called “How to Celebrate the 4th of July When America Is a Constant Disappointment.” Before I comment on this, I should lead with a story that will allow you to understand the lens through...