As college students navigate academic pressures, social expectations and personal struggles, art therapy can help.
Art therapy, which uses creative expression to enhance mental well-being, has been...
As the spring kisses us with its tantalizing warmth and summer's everlasting glow, it's time to embrace the sizzling energy of a "Hot Girl Summer." Coined by the beautiful Megan Thee Stallion, this cultural...
April Fools' Day – hated by some, loved by others.
But does anybody know the actual history behind this holiday? I want to delve into its origins and explore one of the most iconic pranks in history....
As winter's icy grip relinquishes its hold and the earth awakens from its slumber, there's a palpable sense of anticipation in the air. It's a time when nature's canvas bursts forth with vibrant hues and...
In a world where conformity is key to survival, people are prone to blending in to stay safe. Society conforms to rules, follows trends and will typically avoid drawing attention to themselves.
We...
Many people are unaware Valentine's Day is not rooted in romance and love.
The holiday originated as a feast day in honor of the Christian martyr, Saint Valentine. The most historical story suggests...
The stout oak table with six-inch legs found in my basement has been used as a nightstand since we moved into this 100-year-old, Sears-built home. I only used it as a nightstand because our mattress lay...
Friends from middle or high school have that special all-embracing love and familiarity that, sometimes, cannot be matched by newly made friends. The amount of time one knows you, experiences together...
I want to be a writer.
I fell in love with writing my first semester at Kent State in 2022, and to my surprise, my talent took over like wildfire. Throughout my short life thus far, my possession of...
Cellphones have become a fundamental part of our daily lives, offering convenience, connectivity, ideas and endless amounts of entertainment. However, cellphones have single-handedly changed the salon...
Growing up and leading into adulthood, talking to my neighbors was never reinforced or part of daily life. I was constantly leaving my block to go to a friend's house where they similarly lacked neighborly...
My mother named me Carlina after my father's mother, Carlene. Most people I meet tell me how beautiful my name is, but I just smile and say, “Thank you.”
I never got to meet Carlene, but from what...
