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Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor

The trying-my-best era: a gentle approach to self-improvement

Obioma Eke April 3, 2025
When implementing these practices, keep in mind that you can start whenever you want to. As a matter of fact, start as soon as possible. You do not need to wait for Monday, the end of the month or Jan. 1 to make a difference in your life. 
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Lessons from abroad — and beyond | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer January 26, 2025
What I wrote in my journal abroad didn’t seem worth sharing since many entries were half-formed thoughts. But there’s more there than I initially realized. I wrote for the hell of it — which, I think, is the best type of writing. Now, I'm diving into my unfiltered journal entries from abroad — they’re raw, real and vulnerable. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Knowledge journaling: Reframing educational TikTok trends one page at a time

Chloe Saint Mard November 11, 2024
When I first started my knowledge journal, I focused on gaining deeper insight about subjects I already loved and felt passionate about.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Capturing life in journals: Memories forever etched in ink

Chloe Saint Mard September 23, 2024
Journaling became an activity where I could process my feelings without worrying about being misunderstood or judged. While at first it was a way to express my emotions freely, it evolved into something much more. My journals have become an archive of my life — a way to preserve the memories that shape who I am. They allow me to capture the details of each day in a way that no photograph ever could.
A person hiking on a rainy day. Samantha recommends several activities to keep you occupied during overcast skies and rainy weather. COURTESY OF JONAS VANDERMEIREN VIA UNSPLASH

Activities to keep you busy during the gloom

Samantha Elizondo November 3, 2021
Remember that weather is temporary and you will get through this season.
A writer. Samantha writes about the meditative process of writing every day to disentangle complicated thoughts and feelings. COURTESY OF MATHILDE LANGEVIN VIA UNSPLASH

Writing is good for the soul

Samantha Elizondo October 20, 2021
I feel like writing things down for myself allows me to actually work through them.
person sleeping

Three tips to a good night’s sleep

Annie Sheehan September 13, 2021
After a lot of trial and error, I've slowly found tricks that have helped me wind down at night.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Intentional Evolution: If you can’t tell them what’s wrong, they aren’t your friend

Samantha Elizondo March 26, 2021
Do not be afraid to vocalize your concerns in your relationships.
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Students, professors reflect on first Wellness Day

Emily Pauls March 22, 2021
Despite no Spring Recess, BU students found some solace on the semester’s first wellness day.
Rubiic, an app designed by Boston University graduate student Asad Malik, allows users to express their thoughts and feelings through different forms of multimedia. ILLUSTRATION BY HANNAH YOSHINAGA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU grad student develops wholistic, journaling to improve mental health

Anuj Sawhney December 3, 2020
"Rubiic," a journaling app, was created by BU graduate student Asad Malik to stand out against traditional social media platforms by prioritizing self-expression and reflection.
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