Photo by Betsy BurrowFrom the quiet corners of their childhoods, they watched — mimicking the way their mothers put on their heels, how their fathers laced their shoes and how their sisters twirled in mirrors — until, piece by piece, they stitched together a style of their own.The idyllic eyes of a child capture wonders that often go unnoticed. Eventually, those … [Read more...] about Made in Their Image: The Style That Shapes Us
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Redefining Adulting: Exploring What Adulthood Means
Think of who you were 10 years ago. Close your eyes and visualize it. Think of how different you were — and the ways that you have stayed the same. Would your younger self be surprised at you now? Adulthood is a time of change. People find jobs, graduate, fall in love, deal with loss, feel joy and experience a myriad of other emotions. Adulthood can be scary — … [Read more...] about Redefining Adulting: Exploring What Adulthood Means
Opinion: There Are Hidden Downsides to Being a Twin
Transparency item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. When my sister Arpi Sahakian, a cinematographer and podcast producer at PGM,and I tell people that we’re twins, their reactions consist of questions like, "Do you guys have that twin telepathy thing?” “So, who is … [Read more...] about Opinion: There Are Hidden Downsides to Being a Twin
Opinion: Be Fun in Your Own Way
Art by Amber ShinI used to think I wasn’t fun. In fact, in middle and high school, I surrendered to the idea that I was pretty boring. Then, one day, I realized fun is whatever makes me smile, brings joy to my life and fills me with excitement — even if the things I view as fun very well might have the opposite effect on someone else.Growing up, I was the type of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Be Fun in Your Own Way
Opinion: How to Get Better at Growing Up
As a child, I used to think of “growing up” as a process that would end by the time I graduated high school. Growing up does not just encapsulate puberty or smoking a joint for the first time but gaining insight into my parents and how they shaped me, releasing unhealthy expectations and learning to trust myself. According to the National Institute of Health, "growing up" … [Read more...] about Opinion: How to Get Better at Growing Up