“Personal growth is important at the individual level as well as the community level. If we can continue to develop who we are and be introspective about what is important to us as individuals, we can begin to address the needs of our communities.” Jonathan Wilson, Student Make Space for Personal Growth with LifeSpace Share…
Month: January 2020
Nathalie is Making Space for Focus
“During my teenage years, I went through phases of feeling distracted by my emotions and the busy world around me. I also felt confused about why my drive seemed to “disappear overnight.” With age, I feel that I’ve learned how to overcome these slumps: I wake up early to do work rather than staying up…
Janae is Making Space for More Trips!
“It is important for me to make space to get away from the stresses of reality. Going on vacations, whether big or small help you stay human and sane. Traveling also helps you become more cultured and aware and connected with the world.” Janae Kamajian, Student Make Space for More Trips with LifeSpace Share your…
College Advice: How to Choose Your College Major
by Caprice WilliamsStudent at Chatham University College can be overwhelming at times. There are thousands of classes to choose from and dozens of majors and minors. These decisions can seem daunting, and for good reason–they’ll help shape your education, career, and life. Here’s How I Chose My Major One of my biggest struggles in college…
College Advice: How to Look for Jobs after Graduation
by Mela LozanoFood Blogger and Student at University of Texas at San Antonio Every college senior feels the pressure to land a professional job after graduation, but it can be hard to know where to look. You might be asking yourself, “How do I get my life started?” “Where do I look for a job?”…
Kathryn is Making Space for Running
“Over the course of three years, I have radically changed my perspective on life through running. As I built up mile after mile, I dug further in to the layers of my own personhood. I did not know how much of myself I had left to discover until I began spending hours at a time…
College Advice: 4 More Apps for College Students
4 more free apps that are a must-try for students to get organized, maximize free time and prepare for life after college by Elizabeth WhitcombStudent at DePaul University Although technology can be a distraction while trying to finish an essay, there are smart ways to take advantage of its available resources. Below is a list…
Self-Care While in School
by Caitlin ChenusStudent at Loyola University Chicago School of Law Every student, no matter how intelligent, organized or motivated, will experience burnout at some point if they neglect themselves. Taking care of yourself is just as important as making sure to meet your academic deadlines and do well on exams. You cannot succeed if you aren’t…
LifeSpace is My Accountability Partner
by Rebekah Baughman, Student at Emporia State University and Central Christian College “My goal with the LifeSpace app was to help myself make room for rest this past semester. I keep busy not only with school, but also with work and extracurricular activities. Although I love being busy, it sometimes leads to me having no time…
Kayla is Making Space for Travel and Experiences
“I have always been big on traveling, but I never really took the time to do it. I spent a few years in Germany as a child, and my family liked to travel to new places. It helps clear out the mind and structure a new perspective of life and the world we live in….