Walking into a gym, especially as a beginner, can feel intimidating and uncomfortable at the best of times. For women, however, these spaces can be particularly harmful, and sometimes even dangerous, due to the nature of fitness centers and their propensity to foster an environment where sexual harassment often occurs without consequence. Many women have […]
Lifestyles
Fast Fashion and Its Environmental Impact
The world is constantly evolving, and societal standards are changing with it. Fashion is no exception. It seems that every month there are new trends on the horizon accompanied by a list of the biggest ‘No’s’ for the season. We then purge our closets, with potentially hundreds of clothing items—and dollars—going down the drain. Fast […]
Healthy Eating Tips for College Students
For busy college students trying to balance schoolwork, jobs, hobbies, and a social life, having good nutrition is crucial to health and wellness. College students’ irregular eating habits are frequently caused by their hectic schedules and late evening classes. When there isn’t enough time to eat, meals are typically skipped (most usually breakfast), leading to […]
Is the 2000s Grunge EraMaking its Way Back?
There are always new trends surfacing the internet that take of over social media and our daily lives. We have seen the 2000s pop culture of low-waisted pants, big hoop earrings, and feathers make a comeback, but now we are turning towards a different direction. The new aesthetic that floods our social media apps is […]
Welcome Back From The Outlook
Welcome back to classes, everyone! It is so wonderful to see the campus come back to life after a long and relaxing summer. The rush of the first week is always a whirlwind. Trying to find classes, catch up with friends, getting all your syllabi, and settling back into an academic routine is always draining. […]
Monmouth Fun to Get You Through Finals
It may be tempting to fall into the stress and anxiety that the end of the semester brings with finals and projects. But it doesn’t have to be that way. After doing schoolwork, it’s important to set aside time that brings you joy and that can serve as an outlet for stress. Being a student […]
Setting Healthy Boundaries as a College Student
With finals around the corner, it’s important to remember to value your physical and mental health. This starts with recognizing that schoolwork is never more important than your own wellbeing. At the end of the day, grades do not matter as much as you do. Most students want to do their best academically and see […]
Springtime is Here!
It’s officially springtime! This is the season of fresh beginnings, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to tap into that energy to shift your mentality away from the drab winter blues. Instead, focus on the revitalizing energy of spring. The joys of spring provide a plethora of opportunities to get outside and enjoy the awakening of […]
The Downside of Trying to be “That Girl”
Can a lifestyle become a trend? According to the new “that girl” ideal, everything you do in your day to day life can become trendy and aspirational. Becoming “that girl” on social media has become increasingly popular on a variety of social media platforms within the last few months, especially TikTok. This new trend is […]
Tips To Shake The Blues
Throughout the strain of the semester, it may be hard to put ourselves first. During such a stressful time we may get caught up in worry, become too busy with schoolwork, or feel down throughout the day. However, mental health is extremely important. It includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we […]