7th January 2023
Natasha Coyle discusses why she’s no longer stressing about the things she can’t control. The phrase “it is what it is” has been thrown around in many situations, usually to deflect personal disappointment at how a situation has unfolded. But “it is what it is” are also the foundational words for practising the art of ...
17th October 2021
A reflection on the cliques around campus, and the dangers of believing stereotypes… Glasgow Uni isn’t quite like the colleges you see in American rom-coms, as I’m sure you’ve realised by now. You’ll rarely find yourself choosing to sit with the scholarship jocks or the band nerds, and the high school cliques tend to dilute ...
27th April 2021
So often we’re encouraged to practice mindfulness, but what exactly is it, and how can it help us to alleviate anxiety? “Mindfulness”, like self-care, has become somewhat of a buzzword in recent years. However, for many, it is not entirely clear what mindfulness is. Do we have to meditate for hours a day in order ...
2nd December 2020
A new column that uses accessible, natural methods and plant-parenthood to help students sow the seeds of stability in stressful times. Quarantine has turned plant ownership into a trend, but it’s always been a tried-and-true hobby for those seeking a meditative pursuit. The act of caring for something can be a massively rewarding addition to ...
