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Just Smile

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For college students who are generally overcommitted individuals, sometimes it can feel like every day is a fight to stay afloat. Some students may forget that their peers are struggling to float or flat-out sinking. It takes little-to-no effort to show a little kindness to fellow students, and small gestures can turn around another person's day. It is no secret that … [Read more...] about Just Smile

Remember Your Health During Finals

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Photo by Cameryn Zorb As finals season approaches it’s easy to lose yourself in the stress that the oncoming tests bring, but it’s important to put yourself first. Remember that your health is more crucial than your grades. Here are a few tips to help remind you of this during your upcoming tests. You have to pay attention to what your body and mind are telling you. If … [Read more...] about Remember Your Health During Finals

Stop Being Busy

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Art by Peau Porotesano"I’m so busy,” is a phrase spoken at Pepperdine many times a day. Students often complain about their overbooked schedules and a hundred different exams.Yet, at the same time, many students still find time to watch hours of Netflix and go out with friends regularly.While some people really do have packed schedules, most students probably … [Read more...] about Stop Being Busy

Why Students Should Start Meditating

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There are some negative preconceived notions about meditation. Some think it is sitting down in a lotus position, while others are just confused on what they are supposed to think about when meditating. Meditation is simply focusing on breathing. It is a technique to alleviate stress and makes people more focused and relaxed. It sounds incredibly simple, and it is, yet, it can … [Read more...] about Why Students Should Start Meditating

God Knows Best

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By the grace of God, I've successfully completed two weeks of classes at Pepperdine University and also coped pretty well with being away from home. Coming from a community college, this has been a huge transition for me, which I am loving nonetheless. But it has taken a great deal of soul searching to reach this point since I was initially filled with the feeling that I … [Read more...] about God Knows Best