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It’s Ok Not To Be Okay: Self check-up

By: Saaniah Hardy We all go through confusing times. Sometimes it’s best to write down what we feel. This self check-up is our way to help you notice and express these emotions. Answering a few questions can help you work through tough times. If you’re going through hardships, there are many ways to support yourself. Taking a walk can help you clear your mind. Spending 30 minutes outside can open you up to fresh air, thus clearing … Continue reading It’s Ok Not To Be Okay: Self check-up

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It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: The U.S. and “Us”: Emotions in Silence

By: Saaniah Hardy   Confusion, sorrow, and empathy are all feelings that people in the U.S. might be feeling right now. 2020 was a handful from the start, and only seemed to get worse as the months went on. I’m sure I don’t need to explain what happened; we all went through it and want to leave it behind. Now three months into the new year, and I’m … Continue reading It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: The U.S. and “Us”: Emotions in Silence

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It’s Ok Not to Be Ok: Fade Away

By: Saaniah Hardy To fade away–you know to disappear. It’s not always a bad thing, especially if you need a mental break. Sometimes you need to take a step away from your social life. Personally, I take breaks like this a lot. I log off my social media and block everyone’s number on my phone except my parents. These breaks will help you see things … Continue reading It’s Ok Not to Be Ok: Fade Away

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It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: Hidden Emotions Come To The Surface: A Photo Essay

By: Saaniah Hardy and Ashley Pope In this photo essay, we interviewed our students and faculty. These interviews produced deep conversations centered around personal and sensitive topics. We wanted to capture their expressions in a way words could not explain. Facial expressions are a surefire way to truly understand a person’s mental state. This project helped illuminate the emotions hidden under the surface of our … Continue reading It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: Hidden Emotions Come To The Surface: A Photo Essay

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It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: The Mind Speaks Too!

By: Saaniah Hardy I have the freedom to write this, this is my protest against the shadowing of mental health. It should be socially acceptable to speak one’s mind about mental health; however, this topic is unfortunately still taboo in the United States. As humans, we don’t always acknowledge that each others’ emotions are valid. While the First Amendment law doesn’t prohibit us from speaking … Continue reading It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: The Mind Speaks Too!

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The Dangers and Realities of Competitive Sports

By: Freelance Writer Lexi Lay For the vast majority of  athletes, the experience of playing a sport can bring thrill, camaraderie, determination, jubilance, and opportunities. The unspoken dangers and realities that sports brings are typically swept under the rug and not brought to one’s  attention. Yet, all that changed when national phenom and track superstar, Mary Cain, spoke out against the abuse she endured while … Continue reading The Dangers and Realities of Competitive Sports

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It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: When the Shadows Take over

It’s OK Not to be OK: On Teen Mental Health By Saaniah Hardy This article is a short one, but is no less significant. I wanted to display the detrimental affects of social media and societal pressure on the teen psyche. In this article, I use the extended metaphor of shadows as a unspecific negative force which symbolizes any negative thoughts brought upon a teen … Continue reading It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: When the Shadows Take over

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It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: Mental Health is a Battle, Not a Weakness

By: Saaniah Hardy Mental health is a battle, but it’s not something one should take on alone. Sometimes the shadows of doubt and negativity may slowly take over someone. When this happens, the battle begins, and a fight ensues to not be overcome by darkness. These shadows are the biggest problem of mental health. People let the shadows control them; others take a flashlight (support) … Continue reading It’s Ok Not To Be Ok: Mental Health is a Battle, Not a Weakness

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