Rocks Against the River
Jason Allatt, Low Entropy Volunteer Writer I am not old. But I am old enough. I was never the tall and proud sentinel of civil rights and social justice, but I am at the very worst a good person. What I am for certain is worn down, if I was ever tall and proud; the […]
A Definite Path
Neema Ejercito (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer My second son recently told me he would appreciate it if I referred to them as they/them. Even when I first typed that sentence, I had to backspace and replace “him” with “them.” I already knew this about them years ago, when they first told me they were […]
Lost in Translation, Found in Flavor
Prateek Sur (he/him/his), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer This article was composed with the assistance of artificial intelligence. The crisp Calgary air bit at my cheeks, a stark contrast to the humid warmth of Mumbai, where I lived, and the laid-back comfort of Jamshedpur, where I grew up, both of which I’d left behind. My move […]
On Giving Thanks
Grace Cheng (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer Gratitude is an important part of the human journey, a shared emotion that strengthens relationships and enhances overall happiness. An acknowledgment of gratitude can have significant benefits both for the giver and the receiver in today’s tense and negative society. What are some effective ways to express thankfulness? These are […]
Our Companions
Cassandra Di Lalla (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer Let me start off by saying that there isn’t a single word in the English vocabulary that can truly describe the amount of love and admiration that I have for animals. I have always had a pet at home since a very young age. Cats, dogs, a […]
Regrets and Moving On
Nasly Roa Noriega (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer Today I learned a lesson from my son. I did not know how to start writing to talk about the important topics of closing cycles, dealing with regrets and moving forward, and you know what I learned? That sometimes moments are enjoyed, sometimes you win or lose, […]
The End of an Era: A Millennial’s Reflection on Closing a Chapter
Neha Kaushik, Low Entropy Volunteer Writer There’s a certain weight that comes with realizing that an era has come to an end. For me as a millennial, that moment feels especially poignant now. The world that shaped my generation is no longer the world I inhabit. I am slowly, sometimes painfully, stepping away from the […]
Rising Through Our Challenges
Anum Faizan, Low Entropy Volunteer Writer In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, many individuals willingly subject themselves to intense experiences that push their physical, mental and emotional limits. This phenomenon, often encapsulated by the phrase “no pain, no gain,” challenges the intuitive notion that we should avoid suffering at all costs. However, a deeper examination […]
Living With Mental Health Struggles
Shawn MacPhee, Low Entropy Volunteer Writer For over ten years now, I have suffered from depression, PTSD, and severe ADHD. Despite all of the obstacles and situations in my life that I’ve overcome or just plainly gotten through, there have been so many days when I barely managed to get out of bed. Of all […]
Anxiety in Academia
Treasure Oludaisi, Low Entropy Volunteer Writer Anxiety in and of itself can be debilitating, but what happens when the sole cause of it is a fundamental part of your chosen career path? Academia is an essential part of most people’s day-to-day lives and can leave many with the unsettling feeling of intense nerves. Academic anxiety […]