With conversations of “pretty privilege” happening all around us, the notion that if you’re hot enough you’ll never have to pay for a drink, and the world of influencers and displaying our lives and bodies as art - it really isn’t a secret that beauty is the secret to a level of success. As I have spent time thinking about this concept on nights out, flirting my way into parties after painting my face to perfection every morning - I wonder if this kind of power is truly power at all.
If you’re like any average human being floating in this universe, you enjoy the occasional bout of people watching. In her article, “People Watching,” Izzy Ster defines a new type of intimacy and how she (over)indulges in putting herself in the shoes of complete strangers.
The concept of journaling may seem daunting, but in reality, there are only three simple objections to it: know your purpose, choose a medium and just write. From those three steps, you can journal in whatever capacity you choose.
Read MoreColleen Hoover’s It Ends With Us is a contemporary novel that addresses abusive relationships in a way that is raw and realistic. Hoover demonstrates the complexity of love, helping to explain why leaving abusive relationships is often much harder than it may appear. This novel is truly one of the most powerful stories I’ve ever read, and this is my elevator pitch on why you should read it, too.
I'm called "The Thinker" or "Mini Rodin" in my household because like the statue, I'm always appearing deep in thought. Whether it's what I need to get at the grocery store tomorrow or stressing about the idea of marriage, let's talk about overthinking in the most candid light possible.
From her old videos back in San Francisco to her new editing style, Emma Chamberlain has gripped the world of Gen Z. First becoming popular for her quirky editing style, Emma continues to be relatable to the masses. Here is why we can all find a little piece of comfort in Emma and her channel.
Every November, I am scared of spiraling into what I like to call a “Bella Swan” November. As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, I feel the impending doom of my least favorite month looming before me. The dull clouds begin to weep their pre-winter tears, rain falls in freezing bullets that cut through the crunch of wilted leaves, the caw of migrating geese, and the cry of a teenage girl.
Read MoreEven though I am relieved to have graduated high school after such a tumultuous year, with my four years of college looming ahead, I have noticed my excitement for this new chapter of my life is teetering over into anxiety. This summer existed as a crossroads in my journey, leading me into a transitory and uncertain place in time. In the midst of grappling with redirection and rediscovery, I am somewhere stuck between being a high school graduate and college freshman, yet neither title seems to resonate with the way I see myself.
University has now ended, and now myself and many others are faced with the looming question of ‘What am I going to do with my life?’ It has become a constant anxiety for many leaving universities. Now faced with an open stretch of road wondering which way to go, I’ll tell you how it’s going.
Life, whether you’re ready for it or not, is slowly creeping back to normalcy. After two years of complete isolation, we were all ready for life to swing back into full force…but was your social battery? In her article “Low Power Mode,” Izzy Ster discusses managing a small social battery as a social person.
Read MoreLittle did we all know that after March of 2020, most of us would not feel the initial exhilaration of seeing our favorite musician on stage. The excitement while waiting in the merch line, and feeling of pure bliss in the middle of a concert. Thankfully, shows are safe among us again, and I could not have had a better concert to welcome me back to the live performance world — Harry Styles’ Love On Tour.
Read MoreIn the middle of quarantine last year, I stumbled upon a groupchat for the boy band Big Time Rush looking for new members. Over a year later, this is an open letter to one of the only good things for me to come out of the pandemic: Whoretense & Co.
Read MoreTwitter is by far the most iconic social media app and here’s why.
Read MoreJane Austen continues to captivate the mind and hearts of many. Her romantic novels depict both realism and fantasy, creating a dichotomy that many look for today. What about “Pride and Prejudice” really gets our hearts thumping?
Read MoreHalloween is the liberating time of the year where dressing and presenting ourselves to society is not nearly as weighed down by social constructs and norms as any other day. October 31st has morphed into an occasion where we can express ourselves in ways that aren’t typically deemed socially acceptable to everyday life. Making it a holiday worth partaking in.
Read MoreGetting a new job? Moving to a new city? Stuck in a bad relationship? These are all woes of being a late teen to early 20-something. Turning to others for advice or obsessing over the stresses of transition are often the traditional route we go. But there’s nothing quite like getting some revolutionary perspective from a good story. Here are some books to get you through whatever you're going through (some self-help books, a little bit of sci-fi, and some tried-and-true magical realism).
Read MoreJust in time for spooky season, this article retells three ghost stories from Unpublished staff. From haunted jails to century-old houses, places hold into their history, which is often reflected in spiritual presences. This article is a reminder to enjoy your favourite ghost story, but be wary of a place’s history and traditions when entering. It’s a reminder to do your research and most importantly, don’t summon anything you can’t put back.
Read MoreEveryone wants to be the best at something. The best soccer player on the team, the best writer, the best cook, the best student, etc. This article raises the question: is it better to be different than it is to be better? Being better than others leaves you slightly above them while simultaneously blended amongst them. Whereas being different makes you stand out, achieving notice from others. Being different leaves you apart from a blended metaphorical pyramid of people all seeking the same thing.
McNally Jackson is New York City’s finest independent bookstore. Riding the train to its Williamsburg location and lounging around for an hour and a half, flipping through novels, chatting with booksellers, and discovering new stories puts me at peace. Yet, while reading is inherently a private activity, the mere act of going into a bookstore transforms such solitude into a public moment of joy. In a world where you can do everything from the comfort of your own home, we forget how essential it is to get outside of ourselves and connect. Independent stores all across the nation bridge the gap between “me” and “them,” helping us all find the pages of courage, care, and community, in between.
Read MoreThe romances in our favorite movies have a tendency to set exceedingly high expectations, leaving us feeling hopeless when it comes to love in real life. However, when we expand the definition of love beyond the romantic kind, the gap between on-screen and reality shrinks. We may never experience the love that plays out in movies, but the movies will never be able to recreate the love present in our lives, either.
