I was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder this year. My psychiatrist and I had debated for six weeks whether or not it was the right diagnosis, and when he finally said yes, I nearly jumped off the couch. I felt so relieved, even elated. My doctor was confused by my reaction, but I think if […]
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Book banning and censorship is no new subject in America, as people have been challenging and trying to get certain books off of library shelves for decades. Just this past month, the American Library Association (ALA) published its latest list: the top 10 most challenged books of 2015. This list is a part of the […]
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It is very common for young people to feel like they cannot make a difference in the world. There are always too many problems to solve and not enough time to do everything. Although it may be unrealistic that you will be the next Mother Teresa or Gandhi, there are always small ways you can […]
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Having a diary or journal is a common enjoyment for children, and interestingly enough it is an ancient tradition as well. As young as children are, they have a way of being totally honest and present without holding anything back. However, as older individuals, we begin to think and process information to the point of […]
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Being a journalist or writer can seem like a dream career path: contemplating new ideas while looking out the window or even scribbling notes in a tattered notepad. However appealing that may seem, there are some aspects of the career that go unseen to many newcomers, and there are also many important things you need […]
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When you think of bees, you may think of them as some sort of nuisance, pestering you in the warmer months of the year. Yet bees are a crucial part to keeping our world’s food supply going — and bees aren’t the only ones working hard out there. There are many types of pollinators: bees, butterflies, […]
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A collaboration of the memories of two important people. You don’t know it’s going to happen. You didn’t know the smiles shared from across your American Literature class were going to just disappear. You anticipated their disappearance with the inevitable graduation, but that kind of closure is expected. You know which smile is going to be […]
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St. Patrick’s Day is tomorrow, and many of us are getting ready to celebrate with friends and family. This holiday is well known across America — as well as around the globe — and all who partake in the holiday are getting ready for music-filled parades and bellies full of corned beef. As someone with […]
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Love, especially new love, can be a rush. It becomes an all-consuming part of our lives as our infatuation and connection to our significant other deepens. This emotional response is not a bad thing by any means, and while you should absolutely embrace your newfound love, you should also be sure to remember that you […]
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