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  • Art as a Redeemer of Suffering

    At these exhibits, I shared space with people from different periods of my life. We move through these spaces as creators and observers, each finding meaning—and maybe even healing—in our own way. Earlier this week, my professor said, “Art is a redeemer of suffering,” and the more I move through creative spaces, the more that…

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  • A Girls’ Girl

    A Girls’ Girl

    A girls’ girl is more than just a label. It’s a way of moving through the world. It’s about choosing your community, lifting others up, and holding each other accountable. It’s about recognizing that confidence doesn’t come from making others feel small, and that loyalty is about more than just words. It’s about actions. However,…

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  • The Subtle Art of Leveraging Connections

    There’s always someone who seems to move up the ladder of opportunity faster than expected. It is not solely through their own merit, but by carefully aligning themselves with the right people. Mastering the art of positioning themselves for advantage, they rely on well-connected friends and strategic arrangements that provide benefits. They turn proximity and…

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  • The Cost of Being Real

    The Cost of Being Real

    Inspired by Ashley and the latest episode of Drinking Beer and Spilling Tea, where she dives into validation, honesty, and the nuances of difficult relationships. TL;DR: Some wounds never heal, but they shape the way we navigate relationships. I’ve learned that neutrality in harmful situations is a form of betrayal and that some people only keep friendships alive…

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  • Bitchhhhh

    Bitchhhhh

    I’m Nicole—language lover, lifelong learner, and advocate for human connection. I started out studying political science and sociology, but eventually found my way to languages. Now, I spend my days exploring Spanish, Chinese, and the cultures that shape them. Words, whether in literature, lyrics, or history, have always fascinated me, and I love unpacking the…

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