• 8 Healthy Ways to Cope with Mask-Wearing

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    We all want to be healthy, protect our loved ones, and help stop the spread of COVID-19. But achieving this has required us to adopt numerous changes in our lives, many of which can feel quite restrictive such as following social distancing guidelines and wearing masks. Over time, these safety measures can become much more […]

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  • Self-Care for Tough Times

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    It’s that classic Catch-22 situation: when we’re going through particularly difficult experiences, we often don’t have the time or energy to practice self-care. But this is when we need self-care the most. So I’d like to share a few simple self-care strategies that don’t require a lot of time and you can practice by yourself, […]

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  • The Best Stress Reliever You Haven’t Tried

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    Tapping. Crinkling. Whispering. Scratching. Tingles. Shivers. Flutters. Quivers. Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of ASMR–and the best stress reliever you probably haven’t tried. What is ASMR? Autonomous sensory meridian response, or ASMR, is a physical and mental response to stimuli characterized by a tingling sensation that typically starts at the scalp and travels […]

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  • 8 Beliefs That Prevent College Student Success

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    Are you a college student caught in the middle of a quarter-life crisis, wondering what the heck you’re doing with your life? Or perhaps you’re the parent of such a student and you’re worried about their future. If so, you’ll really benefit from my conversation with Katy Oliveira from the Collegehood Advice blog and podcast. […]

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  • The Complete Guide to Your Freshman Year of College

    Young woman holds open a map with the text overlay The Complete Guide to Your Freshman Year of College by The Peaceful Professor

    Transitioning from the structure and predictability of high school to the stressful, unfamiliar world of college can cause panic in both young adults and their parents. But have no fear! Sara Pennington from Segue to College has the ultimate guide to see you through this challenging time. I had the opportunity to interview Sara about […]

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  • 5 Ways to Support Your College Student During Final Exams

    Close-up of an exam bubble sheet with a sharpened pencil with the text overlay 5 Ways to Support Your College Student During Final Exams by The Peaceful Professor

    The end of the semester can be a very challenging time for your college student. They’re already exhausted from a busy term but still have to push through projects and final exams. Although it can be difficult to offer support when your student is far from home, here are five ways you can help them […]

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  • Top 5 Mistakes College Students Make During Finals Week

    Black and white photo of a stack of textbooks with the text overlay The Top 5 Mistakes Students Make During Finals by The Peaceful Professor

    There’s no more stressful, panic-inducing time for college students than finals week. During this time, students are often seen dragging themselves across campus, double-fisting energy drinks and spontaneously sobbing (Seriously. Some universities have created “cry closets” for students!). But finals week doesn’t have to be the worst time of the year! It’s absolutely possible to […]

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  • The 3 Best Journaling Techniques to Relieve Anxiety

    Photo of a mason jar filled with colorful markers with the text overlay The 3 Best Journaling Techniques to Relieve Anxiety by The Peaceful Professor

    In an age where Millennials and Gen Z are often seen as smartphone-addicted zombies, good old-fashioned pen and paper may seem as archaic as starting a fire by rubbing two sticks together. However, for an anxious mind, writing can do wonders.  If you’re looking for relief from anxiety, stress, or other overwhelming emotions, give these […]

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