Children Of Blood and Bone: A review By Jenna (.:Bibliophile:.) Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyami is the story of Zelie Adebola who lives in a world where magic disappeared. Years prior to the start of the story, Saran, a tyrannical king, contributed to the disappearance of magic. He also targeted the Maji. The Maji were the wielders of magic and at Saran's request they were targeted and killed. As the story unfolds we learn that Zelie has the chance to bring...

Closet organization tips By Cassie (cynefin) It can be hard to keep your closet organized, especially when you're rushing off to school or work in the mornings. This article will discuss ways to organize your closet from having a clean look to utilizing your space and storing specific accessories. A clean look Sometimes a refreshing look can motivate you to keep up with your closet! Here are some ideas to help you (and your closet!) freshen up. Give your closet a new...

Shake the first time jitters by Amy (Ronald Weasley) Are you worried about your first time having sex? Are you nervous it will be awkward? That you might underperform? Fact: Everyone was nervous their first time. You're not alone. Instead of worrying yourself with fantasies or about how the extravagant night will unfold, keep your plans simple. Be sure you know a time and place, as well as the type of birth control you will be using. If you and your significant other have already talked...
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Being called as a witness for trial By Chantal (MsNobleEleanor) Disclaimer: This article is written based off of personal experiences. Be aware that laws and actions taken may vary by age, state, or country. Being called as a witness for a trial can be a daunting and scary experience if you are directly involved or witnessed a crime take place. You may feel confused, scared, or conflicted being a witness, unsure of what to expect or what will happen. This article will explain...

Black Panther: A Review By Jenna (.:Bibliophile:.) This article will contain spoilers: On February 16th 2017, Marvel’s Black Panther movie premiered in theaters. The movie has generated quite a bit of buzz and plenty of people are saying that it is one of the best Marvel movies to date. While I can see why so many people liked the movie I do not feel that it was the best Marvel movie that I have seen.

Fleeing abuse By Chantal (MsNobleEleanor) What is abuse? Abuse is defined as physical violence, psychological, sexual, financial, controlling behaviours, and mistreatment. Abuse can happen to anyone by anyone. One example of abuse would be someone who lies and robs their victim. You can live with your abuser, work with them, live down the street from them; even friends can abuse you, or those who are in positions of authority. Experiencing any form of abuse impacts the individual...

Being mindful of the word "should" By Cassie (cynefin) The word "should" is something that many people hear throughout their recovery whether they're recovering from abuse, self-harm, or other events and addictions. Sometimes you may use this word through self-talk while other times you could hear it used by the people around you. Using the word "should" can sometimes be negative and cause a long lasting impact on the recovering individual. Many months ago, I was frustrated...
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Coping with mass shootings By Jenna (.:Bibliophile:.) Mass shootings have been prevalent in recent years and due to this, many people have developed anxiety and fear over the possibility of becoming victims of a mass shooting. This anxiety and fear can lead to a decrease in quality of life and it can make it hard for some people to leave their house. When people are faced with trauma it challenges their beliefs about the world. One of the beliefs that mass shootings...

What is gaslighting? By Cassie (cynefin) "Gaslighting" is a term that is used to describe a negative behavior that someone displays towards someone else. This article will explain what gaslighting is and suggest what to do if someone is gaslighting you, or if you feel you're behaving that way toward someone else. What is gaslighting? Gaslighting is when someone manipulates you into questioning your own sanity, even though your sanity is not what needs to be questioned. There are many...

Top news of 2017 By Brittany (.Brittany.) Introduction 2017 was quite the year in news around the world. Almost every day something has happened in one country or another. Some we might not have heard about, others were all over news stations, magazines, and newspapers. Below are some of the top stories from each month around the world. January On January 1, 2017 at around 1:15 AM, Abdulkadir Masharipov entered Reina Nightclub, which is one of the most popular nightclubs...

Living with your abuser By Cassie (cynefin) Living with an abuser can be a very triggering and even dangerous time for survivors of the abuse. By living with the person who harmed you emotionally, physically, or sexually, you are being re-exposed to a possible major trigger. You are also likely to be in danger if your abuser is prone to harming you again. This article will discuss a few coping techniques to utilize if you are currently living with your abuser, among other things....

Terrorist attacks in EnglandBy Brittany (.Brittany.) As of September 2017, England has gone through five different terrorist attacks. These terrorist attacks shook the United Kingdom and others around the world. Between the months of May and September, 37 people have been killed, and approximately 294 people have been injured. ISIS has claimed responsibility for many attacks in the world during the year 2017. ISIS is part of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria and they have gone on...

Hermit crabs as commercialized creatures By Cassie (cynefin) Land hermit crabs are creatures that spend most of their lives on land in comparison to other crabs such as saltwater hermit crabs. They have become a popular pet in recent years, as they can be unique and fascinating to watch and care for. Hermit crabs have a variety of different needs that need to be met, however, and many hermit crabs within the pet trade die due to improper care. Read on to learn more about their...

The Clubhouse Model as a resource for mental health By (Komorebi_Sisu) I joined a local Clubhouse about ten months ago. Someone had mentioned to me that it would be a good idea for me to have a place to go especially when I am having a difficult time at home and tend to feel a sense of isolation. This article will discuss key points in what the Clubhouse Model is and how the Clubhouse Model has been helpful for me and how it may be helpful to you too. What is the Clubhouse model? ...