Late-night coffee sessions and a constantly looming sense of stress may seem synonymous with the college lifestyle – but it doesn’t have to be that way. In her series Inner Peas, Daily Bruin contributor Kayleigh Ruller will explore different ways students can easily practice various wellness tactics in their busy day-to-day lives. Study for Psych […]
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The Quad: Why specialty coffee shops have bean on the rise, culture surrounding them
When I envision the perfect homework setup for a Sunday morning, I expect the typical lecture notes and essay outlines. But more than anything, I look forward to my oat milk latte at one of the many craft coffee spots in Los Angeles. As craft coffee’s popularity has risen sharply in recent years, the options […]
Inner Peas: What does ‘organic’ really mean? A look into its social, environmental impact
Late-night coffee sessions and a constantly looming sense of stress may seem synonymous with the college lifestyle – but it doesn’t have to be that way. In her series Inner Peas, Daily Bruin contributor Kayleigh Ruller will explore different ways students can easily practice various wellness tactics in their busy day-to-day lives. “Organic” – it’s […]
Inner Peas: Overcoming gymtimidation, positive impact of regular exercise on mental health
Late-night coffee sessions and a constantly looming sense of stress may seem synonymous with the college lifestyle – but it doesn’t have to be that way. In her series Inner Peas, Daily Bruin contributor Kayleigh Ruller will explore different ways students can easily practice various wellness tactics in their busy day-to-day lives. Enter Bruin Fitness […]
The Quad: Tips to help develop healthy sleep habits, allow for a more restful night
A world in which we feel energized, have high GPAs and walk around with smiling faces may seem farfetched – but it’s actually quite attainable when we cultivate healthy sleeping habits. An all-nighter is not an unfamiliar feat amongst college goers who have twice as many sleep issues as the overall population. However, the evidence […]
The Quad: Affirming and incorporating gender non-conforming voices at UCLA
Gender-neutral bathrooms and flyers promoting LGBTQ-oriented events may be rather commonplace at UCLA, but there’s still progress to be made with regard to cultivating a campus of inclusivity for gender non-conforming individuals. It’s clear that UCLA recognizes the urgency and importance of addressing the needs of gender non-conforming faculty and students. However, the shifting dynamics […]
The Quad: How mindful awareness techniques can carry you through the midterm season
A mindful breath was exactly what I needed when I was crying from the stressors of week five in Jimmy’s Coffee House. My greatest study trick and trustiest companion these past few weeks has been practicing intentional breathing – a form of mindful awareness. Mindfulness is a buzzword nowadays, but what does it actually entail? […]