May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and seeing everyone talk about the duality of being an Asian American shows me how we've all experienced variations of the same things: the inner conflict of not being quite Asian enough and not being quite American enough and the struggle to grasp for a place in between these … Continue reading When Microaggressions Become Aggressions
Personal Statement Dos and Donts
For the past few weeks, I've been editing medical school personal statements. I never considered this as a way to help future medical students, but I'm thrilled to be able to support others where I can. Polishing them so that they shine can be challenging at times, but the payoff is incredibly rewarding when people … Continue reading Personal Statement Dos and Donts
My Ideal Person
Over the years, I've developed a better understanding of what I wanted in a partner. Every time I get asked about my ideal person, I think back to when my high school boyfriend asked me the same question. I distinctly remember answering with someone who is intelligent, confident, honest, goal oriented, and shares my sense … Continue reading My Ideal Person
Sounds for All Study Moods
Some key ingredients for a successful study session include good music you vibe with, the right mindset, and noise cancelling headphones. I tend to loop the same song for hours, Pavloving my brain into productivity when these songs are playing. I know many people listen to movie soundtracks or classical music, but I either get … Continue reading Sounds for All Study Moods
Lonely But Not Alone
Update: Since I writing this, I found Lauv's "Modern Loneliness", which sums up my feelings pretty well. During my gap year, I had no idea how to make new friends. I had a hard time adjusting because friends who used to live down the street were now spread across the country. We were separated by … Continue reading Lonely But Not Alone
Be Considerate, Stay Home
https://www.instagram.com/p/B-18ciyqcrQ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link The illustration above is now more relevant than ever with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's recent announcement. In a press conference on April 20, 2020, he stated that "gyms, fitness centers, bowling alleys, body art studios, barbers, cosmetologists, hair designers, nail care artists, estheticians, their respective schools, and massage therapists [are able] to reopen their … Continue reading Be Considerate, Stay Home
Yeast Free Garlic Butter Naan and Tzatziki
Here's a recipe to try if you're like me and are tired of regular sandwich bread. This recipe doesn't require yeast, which has been sold out at many grocery stores recently due to the exponential rise in bread baking during quarantine. One of the best things about naan is its versatility, which is especially great … Continue reading Yeast Free Garlic Butter Naan and Tzatziki
30 Day Song Challenge
With everyone at home and looking for new forms of entertainment, Instagram challenges have made an appearance. They're the modern day chain email equivalent, but without the 7 year curse if you don't participate. My favorite is the 30 day song challenge because I get to be exposed to new music. However, instead of annoying … Continue reading 30 Day Song Challenge
Sanity During Social Distancing
Less than a month ago, I was living a reality better than my dreams in Puerto Rico. The dreamy turquoise waters and vivid sunsets were a feast for sore eyes that had been anxiously bouncing from one screen to another all semester. While saying goodbye to our wonderful Airbnb host, she asked if I was … Continue reading Sanity During Social Distancing
Clean Hands, Clear Minds
Let's discuss everyone's favorite microbe: the coronavirus, more affectionately known as COVID-19. While it's necessary to be cautious and practice good hygiene, the mass hysteria fueled by the media does more harm than good. Widespread fear and suspicion have replaced common sense and compassion when we need it most, and it sends the wrong message … Continue reading Clean Hands, Clear Minds
