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If you know me, you know one of the things I say almost everyday is simply โlet people live their lives.โ I am big on letting people do the things that make them happy as long as it is not hurting anyone else, and that is something I really want to get across in my…
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I was minding my own business as my churchโs Christmas Eve service wrapped up when a fellow church member approached me. โMerry Christmas,โ he said, giving me a hug. With one final look, he added โand smile more, it looks good on you.โ My face immediately dropped, and the small smile I had previously worked…
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In a capitalist culture, our economy succeeds based on supply and demand. In order for it to thrive, stores need to sell and people need to purchase. In North America, we are incredibly lucky to live with the privilege of nearly instantaneous accessibility to all the things we need and want. Need groceries but donโt…
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In todayโs highly-divided world, where society is seemingly never in agreement and the news is full of tragedy, there is one truly unique activity that has a powerful way of uniting one another. That activity is sports. In a very special way, sports are meant to bring people together! Regardless of all other factors including;…
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I have three, no โ wait โ four calendars on the go at all times. One in my bag, my fridge, my phone and one that floats around all willy-nilly. Each day is separated into five categories; kids, work, school/homework, exโs work schedule, and elusive free time. Subsequently, my brain is also subdivided into those…
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I love conspiracy theories. I could go on and on about ones that many people are well aware of like the Mandela effect or how Avril Lavigne died and was replaced by a clone named Melissa. I can also go on and on about older conspiracies like how Shakespeare didnโt write any of his plays…
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I canโt speak on behalf of everyone, but for me at least, coming to university was a time for me to figure out who I am and who I want to be. This has always been a struggle of mine. Anxiety is also something that I have to deal with on a daily basis, and…
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It has recently come to my attention that other people, even strangers, are in fact worth the effort of getting to know. Throughout my life Iโve developed an appreciation of the peace that comes from being alone. Thereโs so much less chaos when the only person in your environment is yourself. Itโs also made me…
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In a world full of contradicting ideas, it is hard to clearly identify what you believe in and what is best for yourself. Whether it be personal ideas or the style to try and keep up with, as it is difficult to always differ if youโre aiming to please yourself or others. I find Iโm…


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