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Currents Spring 2023

Lydia duPerier’s Letter from the Editor

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Junior Lydia duPerier poses wearing her mom's vintage jeans and her favorite pair of Tony Loma boots. She chose these items to wear because they remind her of her family and Texas roots. Photo by Lucian HimesLetter from the Editor “A magazine for all” are the words I used to pitch my idea for this magazine.I applied to Pepperdine in 2019 with the goal of becoming … [Read more...] about Lydia duPerier’s Letter from the Editor

‘Happiness, Peace and Gratitude’: Centering Oneself in Nature

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Aerial view of Puerco Canyon trail. Photos by Lucian HimesSophomore Colleen Ballatore starts some of her days off with popping in her airpods, turning on her favorite podcast and going for a walk. She said it’s a way for her to get a light workout in while learning and gaining knowledge about topics she is interested in.Many students said they engage in activities in … [Read more...] about ‘Happiness, Peace and Gratitude’: Centering Oneself in Nature

Mechanisms of Mindfulness: Community Members Lead Healthier Lives

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Art by Skyler Hawkins Life is full of ups and downs, but learning how to cope with these inevitable changes allows people to lead more mindful and peaceful lives.Mindfulness is a person’s ability to be fully present in the moment and not let what is going on around them become overwhelming, according to Mindful.org.Living in the moment, focusing on breathing and trying … [Read more...] about Mechanisms of Mindfulness: Community Members Lead Healthier Lives

The Beauty of Podcasts: Advocating for Self-Care and Realness in ‘She Talks’

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Senior Ale Hurtado sits at her desk. Hurtado said she shares her life experiences on her podcast, "She Talks," to inspire others to embrace their true selves. Photos by Lucian HimesWhile beauty and wellness play a different role in everyone’s lives, senior Ale Hurtado said she uses her podcast to inspire people to be the most authentic version of themselves.“She … [Read more...] about The Beauty of Podcasts: Advocating for Self-Care and Realness in ‘She Talks’