I can’t remember the last time I did anything without music. You will rarely catch me without my headphones. Music is everywhere. Whether you are driving down the street blasting it from your car speakers or tuning out the world as you go about your day with your headphones on — music is always there.
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Last semester I was enrolled in 17 units, working a part time job, writing for The Vista and participating in various extracurriculars. At that same time, I was trying to juggle my social life, finances and physical health. I had bit off more than I could chew, and eventually felt so overwhelmed that I started seeing a therapist through the Wellness Center.
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“You are worthy.” “You are enough.” These are just a few words USD junior McKenna Braegelmann wishes she was told when she was struggling with her mental health after suffering a sports related injury.
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There’s no denying that fall is an exciting time of year. It’s the start of a new school year, pumpkin spice latte season and the anticipation of upcoming holidays is in the air. All of these things are great, but they can also feel overwhelming, especially for students.
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If you ask my friends or family to describe me, they’d probably use words like “compassionate,” “bubbly” or “reliable.” Truthfully, I wouldn’t disagree with any of those descriptions.
But I’m also a sad girl. Not all the time — not even most of the time — but enough of the time.
Podcasts have the power to transform our outlook on life, which can make all the difference when it comes to dealing with final projects, tests, and presentations.
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By now most of us have heard about Kanye West’s bizarre behavior online and in interactions with many individuals over the years. However, the media has been quick to gloss over West’s mental health and acknowledge how that has influenced his actions along with many other factors outside of his control.
Read moreBody confidence lowered for many during quarantine as the number of people doing home workouts increased. Although it can be difficult to love your body, it is important to understand that being “healthy” looks different for everyone.
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Beat out SAD this year with these tips.
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Stephanie Guarino Lynch, the Director for Health Promotion at the USD Center for Health and Wellness Promotion, shared some strategies and approaches to combat difficulties individuals may experience during the holidays regarding strained family relationships and a lack of boundaries.
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