Why do you WANT to volunteer?
Why should you volunteer? Why do you WANT to volunteer? How many times have you heard “you SHOULD volunteer?" If it’s not from your teachers, it’s probably from your parents.…
What if we treated physical ailments the same way we treat mental illness?
By: Jackie Vaillancourt, University of Calgary Distress Centre on Campus Blogger Recently, I was scrolling through my news feed on Facebook, and came across a really interesting graphic, depicting what…
5 Things I Wish I’d Known When I Started Grade 10
It’s that time of year again. That time after the Labour Day weekend when summer feels truly over and school gets into full swing. It’s a stressful time of year…
The Life Cycle of a Friendship
My friendships are a safe haven - a place where I can relax and laugh and where I can cry when times get tough. I look at my close-knit group…
How to Cope in High School: From Someone Who Has Been There
By: Katherine Holm, University of Calgary Distress Centre on Campus Blogger High school is tough. Between your academic schedule, social life, and personal commitments, things can get hard to handle.…
Why I Keep a Journal (And You Should Too)
By: Katherine Holm, University of Calgary Distress Centre on Campus Blogger Teenage life is hectic. Even when you're temporarily relieved from the stresses of school, the realities of life -…
This is what depression feels like
This is a story about depression. This is a story of a girl. While you cannot see or feel the things that she experiences, you can get a glimpse of…
The Power of Kindness
You’ve probably heard someone say that it takes more muscles to frown than it does to smile. It’s a pretty cliché saying but I think it’s good to keep in…
Love Yourself
As someone raised in a devout Catholic family, I am lucky to have parents and relatives that respect the LGBTQIA community. I have cousins who are gay, and as a family…
Lessons from Summer Camp
This summer I decided to volunteer for a summer camp for children with disabilities. After the first day, I can say it has been an incredibly humbling and rewarding experience.…
