Coping with Change Change is stressful. Whether it be good, bad, or neutral, changes in life can prompt feelings of anxiety and even depression. Though in some ways we may wish to avoid it, it is simply part of life and can represent opportunity for growth. As we all continue to learn to deal with…
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Creativity is for Everyone Before we begin discussing the benefits of having creative outlets, I want to make something clear. Do not go into this discussion thinking of it as yet another thing to do. Whatever creative opportunities you take should be fun and relaxing. They do not necessarily have to be done every day…
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Avoiding Bias in Writing It can be extremely difficult to avoid being biased in writing. Bias is a tendency or inclination for an individual to hold a certain outlook or make certain judgements about any topic, from people to ideas. The news today is full of bias, particularly in regard to political and social issues…
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Why Write? At some point in life we all have the opportunity to write an essay. Whether one sees it as an unfortunate chance or an exciting one is up to them. But why do we write? What is the point of English teachers forcing us to write essays and other writing projects? Contrary…
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