Photo by Milan LoiaconoThe term false idol has a distinctly religious and antiquated connotation. A picture of a pagan dance circle surrounding a golden statue or some other generally heathen mental image fill the mind. However, Erich Fromm, German-American psychoanalyst and philosopher, argued that idolatry is alive and well in today’s society, albeit in increasingly … [Read more...] about Worshipping False Idols | Celebrities and Success
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Making Waves: Matilda Donovan and Stephanie May
Photos Courtesy of Matilda DonovanMatilda Donovan and Stephanie May are more than just Waves — they're also making them through their self-help YouTube channel. Their videos aim to assist college students with situationally inspired videos such as dorm-life hacks, DIY projects and healthy food ideas.The two students launched their YouTube channel called Primrose, with 92 … [Read more...] about Making Waves: Matilda Donovan and Stephanie May
Don’t Bust Under College Pressure
Graphic by Nate Barton Like most topics of our generation, the issue of being an overly-eager college student with little time for anything can be summed up with a simple meme: A triangle with the title "Choose Two," each point representing school, social life or sleep. Scarily relatable, right? Well, that's not how it should be. Ideally, students would have time for it … [Read more...] about Don’t Bust Under College Pressure
It May Not Be Your Lucky Day
Graphic by Nate Barton In my 21 short years on this earth, I've come in contact with a lot of advice on how to be successful. This advice comes from well-meaning people, articles, listicles, TEDTalks and speakers who come in with their years of experience and hard earned success, and explain how you too can be so successful if only you ___! And that's the problem. There's … [Read more...] about It May Not Be Your Lucky Day
Torres shares ‘golden’ advice
Photos by Berkley MasonIn the world of sports, the Olympics are the pinnacle of competition. Athletes dream their whole lives for the mere opportunity to compete on the grand stage of their sport. Suffice to say, five Olympic appearances will enshrine an athlete into a legendary realm. Beverly Hills native Dara Torres can boast that feat...and then some.One of the greatest … [Read more...] about Torres shares ‘golden’ advice