"It's a beautiful day to be happy and healthy" This exam season has brought with it the expected panic and some unexpected beautiful weather. In the lead up to one of my exams, I sat outside and attempted to eat some lunch even though I'm normally too nervous to manage anything. And then, a text …
Just say it – 5 Fab Gals
This isn't a real blog post. This is a like a glorified shout out, all for very legitimate reasons. In short, I'm a huge advocate for telling people what you think. I think life is too brief to think someone or something is awesome without shouting it everywhere. But I've been discovering that people can …
Finals: How to be supportive
Are you currently facing finals? Do you have a flatmate or course friend who's struggling to manage their workload and stress levels? Are you the kind, caring family member / good friend / interested neighbour wanting to show your support? Here's a quick post on 5 ways in which you can be supportive during their …
Did I really just say that? The Interview
Ever walked out of an interview and wanted to kick yourself? Sat there in an almost out-of-body experience as you wonder why on earth you're saying this rubbish? I'll let you in on a secret - almost everyone you meet will have had a truly awful interview experience. A 'change your name, delete your LinkedIn, …
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What does your degree mean to you?
My final few hours of university education came to a close last week as an abrupt anti-climax. One moment I went about my regular Thursday morning of French translation and interwar German visual culture, and the next? A slightly odd walk home as I realised now I need to actually do my finals and graduate. …
