Despite the many campaigns to increase mental health awareness, it seems there is still a long way to go, even with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Why, I ask myself, are people […]
Are we still friends with ‘Friends’?
Megan reminisces about one of her favourite TV shows, defending it from critics who find the sitcom ‘not progressive enough’. Friends. Often thought of as an epitome of the classic sitcom, it has brought joy […]
Agony aunt: giving a presentation
Any advice on how to ace a presentation? I’ve got an important one coming up and would love some tips! There’s no escaping the fact that at some point during your university studies, and then […]
Blogging as a full time career: the great debate
It seems quite fitting as this is the Blogs section to talk about that very topic. Blogging. As a blogger myself, albeit a small one, I have noticed one thing recently across social media: Non-bloggers […]
The power of now
Megan talks about the importance of ‘now’ and how making the most of the present can unlock potential and opportunities. “I’ll do it later”, “I’m busy doing something else”, or “I’m too tired”: a small […]
#GoYellow for Shine
October has become a popular month of fundraising for charities across the UK. Recognised campaigns currently running are Stoptober, Go Sober for October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so it is certainly a time to […]
Agony aunt: alcohol and peer pressure at university
I don’t drink alcohol, but all my friends do, and whenever they’re drunk I feel like I’m on the outside. I don’t want to compromise on my beliefs, but I’m also tired of feeling like […]