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 […]
Travel: Soothing the Mind and Soul
Diny Davis (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer “Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before” – Dalai Lama Travelling can be one of the most enriching experiences you’ll ever have. It can help you relax, unwind and get a fresh perspective on life. Whether you’re relaxing on a sun-kissed beach, hiking through lush forests […]
Settling the Dust
Eri Ikezawa (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer Due to my introversion and general shyness when I was younger, I have always admired charismatic, gregarious individuals who billow a self-confident aura. It’s both strange and fascinating to me when people can say whatever is on their mind, exuding a cocksure certainty that I could never even […]
Embrace Confidence: Becoming Your Best Self
Diny Davis (she/her/hers), Low Entropy Volunteer Writer “Confidence is not ‘they will like me.’ Confidence instead is . . . ‘I’ll be fine if they don’t.’” – Christina Grimmie Confidence is often considered as a key ingredient for success and happiness. But what does it truly mean to carry confidence as a part of your […]