A lot of us have been tuned in all week and well, maybe you need a break. Even if you don't feel like you need one, I’m here to provide some reprieve anyway.
We Have One Job
For those of you who may need it, I’ve collected a bit of information on options and the different ways to get your votes in. Not all options are created equal, especially at this point in the voting process, so stick around if you’re looking for some important info to know before you take action. This will be quick— you’ve got things to do after all.
Slowing Down and Settling In
There’s still a possibility to find comfort in so much that is unknown around us because we know that most people are probably in a similar spot too. If you need a reminder of that, check out this article in the New York Times by Melissa Klein about that awkward in-between state many people are finding themselves in right now. I say lean into it; can’t get out, so why not lean in, right?
A Carpe Diem Approach to Feeling Stuck in a 2020 Rut
Have you ever wanted to learn something from a really large company, maybe attend one of their cool conferences or see someone speak, but it just wasn’t going to work out for you? There could have been countless barriers in the way, from bad timing to ticket prices. In a lot of cases, there are incredible events happening around the world and for one reason or another, people cannot access them.
Entering the Working World Remotely– A Few Things I’ve Learned
It’s hard to re-adjust to the end goal without knowing exactly what that end looks like; it’s also difficult to rearrange expectations when the status quo suddenly begins to change. All of it involves a bit of extra... flexibility. Here’s what I mean.
5 Ways to Welcome Fall in the Time of Covid
With work, politics, and even stress a whole lot harder to escape from these days, it seems like we need to build our own. In a time that people are searching for change and looking to make space for a bit more relaxation, now seems like a good time. I’ve personally been getting caught in a rut with both my work and my personal creativity lately— I’m hoping for something to shake things up even a little bit. ‘Tis the season as they say.
Womxn’s Voices–Changing the Conversation
In the same way that the US has seen major changes in the way we think or are impacted by the political, health, and social spheres of our lives, I think we also need to pay more attention to the groups that should be centered in the conversations about these issues. If we aren't active in who we center in these conversations, we contribute to the erasure of more people and more cultures simply because we aren’t willing to listen to anyone beyond ourselves.
Beating the Burnout–3 Ways to Keep Yourself Going
This year has been the perfect storm for multiple kinds of burnout and I’ve been seeing a whole lot of frustrated posts from friends on social media the past few weeks. If you’re struggling with figuring out how to balance out your responsibilities or need a way to step back from them altogether, you’re in the right place.
Weighing the Options—2020 Grad School Style
As a topic that I began worrying about a long time ago and still haven’t come to a decision on, weighing the pros and cons of further education right now is something I wanted to bring to a larger audience. I know I’m not the only one in this position and maybe if you’re also in these shoes, you can add to the conversation too.
Poetry Place–The Entertainment Way
What is poetry? I asked someone today what they consider poetry to be and they responded, “something that rhymes. I know that’s now the only way something qualifies, but that’s how it makes sense to me.” Have you ever stopped to consider what poetry is, how to define it, and what that looks like to…Read more Poetry Place–The Entertainment Way
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