Art by Vivian HsiaA failure is a success in my eyes.Fear of failure is oftentimes less about the act of failing and more about the consequences of failing — it is a fear of criticism, embarrassment and looking like a “loser," according to VeryWell Mind.When people fail, they do not lose all chances at success, but they do risk changing how others perceive them, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Flaunt Your Failures
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Don’t Judge Me
Don't judge me. How many times have we heard this phrase? Whether it's from the mouth of girl looking guiltily at the mountain of Caf mac 'n' cheese heaped on her plate, or a manly guy expressing his deep love for Taylor Swift's acoustic album, we've all heard it. My question is, where does this come from, and why does the person saying it care? I would argue that judgment is … [Read more...] about Don’t Judge Me
Stop Walking in Everyone’s Shoes: Thoughts on Judgment Culture
Art by Kris HarperWith all the categories available for us to sort and shelve ourselves, it’s no wonder why we love Buzzfeed quizzes so much. It’s pretty embarrassing how excited I get over a few indiscriminate questions that promise to tell me what breakfast food I am (French toast) or which character from “Parks and Recreation” is most like me … [Read more...] about Stop Walking in Everyone’s Shoes: Thoughts on Judgment Culture
This is a safe place
Moral ambiguity, gray areas and romantic country songs all have the same effect: They make me feel itchy. And I’m not talking about the pollen or food allergy kind of itchy (like the kind from hives and eczema, if we are going to get technical with it). I’m thinking of the kind of itchy that starts behind your neck when you are laying in bed. It’s probably because the little … [Read more...] about This is a safe place
