Violence will not solve violence
Of all the possible reactions to police brutality, of all the possible solutions one can come up with to the problem that police seem to be killing Americans of every […]
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Lackluster presidential candidates this year
I am very disappointed in my options for the United States President this year. Some have wild and extreme political views and others are completely unqualified for politics whatsoever. Hillary […]
New disability bill will reduce rights and freedom
Neuro-divergent folks get a really short end of the stick here in America. Mental health services are virtually non-existent in many places, and tragically under-funded in most others. The mentally […]
Food deserts are a major issue
Food deserts are a growing problem in select areas around the country. They tend to occur in low income zones. What this means is that there is no access to […]
Enjoying the moment completely is more important than posting about it on social media
Seeing something beautiful or enjoying a funny moment used to be a natural part of life. Enjoyment was part of the routine. Now a notable, funny or surprising event is […]
Washington weather patterns have changed
When I moved to Washington about eight years ago, one of the things I instantly noticed was different from the other places I had lived was the weather. It was […]
The American dream is still a dream
From an early age, most parents tell their children that they have to focus and work hard in order to pursue their dreams. If they give all they have and […]
Internet access is not expertise
As with most things, the Internet is both a blessing and a curse. Having basically the sum total of human knowledge at one’s fingertips that can be accessed anywhere in […]
Studying abroad is a worthwhile experience
Studying abroad is one of the best choices I have ever made in my life. Being in the greater Seattle area has introduced me to great people and given me […]
Campus diversity enhances the college experience
Being a Bellevue College student comes with a few perks. A few weeks ago, I took a free, private three-hour introductory lesson on Farsi at BC from a native Persian. […]
To make the biggest impact, start small
It is said that if one wants to better their surrounding circumstances they must first work on their inner self as an individual before any outer change can occur. This […]
Don’t tell other people what they can’t do with their bodies
Cosmetic surgery is nearly as old as human civilization. In India, the punishment for adultery was losing one’s nose and eventually people figured out how to get a flap of […]
Don’t modify your body for vanity’s sake
A mirror gives reflection, what one chooses to interpret from that image of self depends on their self-image which is an internalization of emotional response to, but almost never an […]
Self compassion beats self confidence
Growing up in the individualist society of the United States I took for granted the importance of good self-esteem. Now I’m seeing that there may be other, more important factors […]
The best presidential candidate might not be one of the front runners
Amongst those running for president this year, one candidate in particular stands out as a bastion of common sense and decent thought. To ensure good dental hygiene for everyone and […]
Symphonic music is underrated
One of the only things I remember from history class in elementary school is learning about classic composers. Beethoven, Bach, Mozart and many more were as popular as rock and […]
Overdose cures should be over the counter
We are lucky here in Washington to not bear the full brunt of the opioid epidemic like some places on the east coast. I’m sure there are heroin addicts and […]
Transitioning through life’s many phases
We live in a highly structured society. Skyscrapers appear to be soaring higher. New technology is released frequently. Jobs are becoming more competitive and specialized. There are new advancements constantly […]
Lackluster responses to hate writing at BC
Starting way back in January, graffiti began popping up in the B building and the library about homophobia, Islamophobia and transphobia. An unholy trinity. Now, three months later, it seems […]