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What "Strong and Independent" Really Means

Human beings are herd animals. Social interaction is imperative for our survival and success. We laugh, cry and celebrate together. We also all have unique traits, passions, values and behavioral patterns that contribute to our society’s diversity. As we get older we learn the things that light us on

Does More Stuff Equal More Smiles?

Does More Stuff Equal More Smiles?

A latte a day or a big climbing trip to Utah? A new TV or a guided trip down the Yellowstone River? Everyone experiences the internal dilemma accompanied with deciding what exactly is justifiable to spend our money on. Headlines tell us that spending money on experiences rather than material

Boys to Men

Boys are not normally the topic that consumes my mind when I go on runs. However, last week, boys and how we raise them was all I could think about after a mid-run conversation. I had stumbled into a cute dog and his kind owner on the trail. We

All the small things

We’ve all heard the old saying: “Appreciate the little things in life.” While it may seem cliché, there’s some merit behind it. According to a Time Magazine article titled “The Simple Thing That Makes the Happiest People in the World So Happy,” happiness is based upon an appreciation

The Importance of Being Well-Rounded

Registration is a terrifying time for all but the most seasoned of students. DegreeWorks is disorienting, CatCourse is confusing and the pair turn late March and early April into weeks filled with stress and pressure. Not only do students worry about properly completing the registration process, but they also fumble