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Not Knowing, Perhaps Never Knowing: Fundamental Questions in Life
I realized that a lot of the questions that I sought answers to probably won't be answered within my lifetime. what does it mean to be a "good" person…
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On Being Bold, Confident, and Kind to Myself
Why might we be so mean to ourselves? I like to think that I am accepting and forgiving of others, and that I make an effort to understand the…
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On Sleep Procrastination: Going To Bed At A Reasonable Hour
Who Would Find This Article Most Helpful Those who find going to bed at a reasonable hour a major bottleneck to getting enough sleep and maintaining a…
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You Can Be Your Best Friend
Dad: I’m afraid that you’re going to be lonely living at grad student housing as an undergrad. What I should’ve responded: my best friend is going to…
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Why Not Reach Out?
I am not worthy of A's time. It would be a waste of time to apply to MIT because I'm not good enough to get in. Doubts of my worthiness cloud my…
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One Step at a Time
"It's so hard talking to you. You're so stubborn and narrow-minded." "You want to quarantine so that you don't have to do chores." These words my…
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Releasing the Pressures of Life
I am sometimes afraid of reducing my responsibilities and taking time off / having free time since I am afraid of using that time unwisely, for…
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The Impact of Approximately 0%
You might think: wow I’m 1 out of 7,500,000,000+ people. That’s approximately 0%. In the midst of global crises, it seems as if the impact you can make…
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The Journey of Emily Fan
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