Dating apps beyond the romance: finding platonic connections online
Photo by Katerina Oosterwijk I’ve always had a prejudice towards online dating Maybe I’m an old romantic, or maybe I’m just cynical about today’s hookup culture Either...
Maintaining healthy relationships near & far: Reflection, then action
Contributed image As COVID-19 lockdowns attempt to separate the infected from the healthy, they have also divided people from interacting with their friends, family, and...
Editor’s Note: Figuring out friendships
At 24 years-old, I feel like I’ve learned a lot from my friendships, and in some ways, more than I have from my romantic relationships That’s not to say that I haven’t...
Making friends in university
The first few weeks of university can feel daunting Between the unpacking and somewhat awkward exchanges you may share with complete strangers, you have to drag yourself to...
Taking out the trash in friendships
As a woman in my early twenties, I’ve managed to learn a few things as I’ve awkwardly stumbled my way through life so far I’ve experienced friendships that I didn’t...
My most important best friend is my mother
I am undeniably fortunate in that I have very close relationships with both of my parents I have a father who has always been my unwavering protector and supporter and a mother...