Art by Caitlin RoarkThe Freshman 15 is a term referring to the belief among college students that the experiences of a first-year college student lead to a weight gain of about 15 pounds. Much of this sudden weight gain is sometimes attributed to the unfamiliar sources of stress incoming college students are faced with, including course work and moving out from home. Entering … [Read more...] about Dedicate Time for Your Health
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Read for Fun
Graphic by Nate BartonReading for fun is crucial for brain development because it works as the brain's physical activity, benefiting the brain and the individual as a whole. Among many other benefits, pleasure reading can reduce stress, lead to better relationships and stimulate the brain. Many college students usually read for work or school, but reading for fun should be … [Read more...] about Read for Fun
Take Steps to Destress
Graphic by Nate BartonIt is the beginning of the semester. Winter break is out of sight. Though the first few weeks of school tend to be easier and not as stressful, soon, the school weeks will be chaotic and stressful. Because of this, it is important to make sure that stress does not become all-consuming — it can be so easy to become anxious, exhausted and … [Read more...] about Take Steps to Destress
Central Gardens Support Community
Graphic by Nate BartonI'm not entirely sure where I fall on the transcendental spectrum, though I think that it's safe to safe that I'm somewhere in between Larry Bell and Thoreau. I recycle and try to carpool, but I am admittedly not nearly as eco-friendly as I probably should be in this day and age. I appreciate it when I am provided, by means of education, ways in which to … [Read more...] about Central Gardens Support Community
