Recovering from a breakup has no time limit, no matter if that’s two weeks or two years. Regardless, the sun will still rise, and you will learn to love another. Instead, face the heartbreak as a step towards greater emotional maturity.
Browsing: Points of View
For me, being from another country is a blessing. I get to share my language, culture, customs and even traditions with those around me.
It can be hard to stay locked-in on homework for an extended period of time, but the second you start scrolling on your phone for a break, there’s no going back to productive work.
Your future self will thank you for keeping your digital footprint clean in college.
Whether you always like them, you want to watch them. You know the old saying, “well-behaved women seldom make history.” Well, they seldom make the Emmys, either.
Between longhorn photos and ‘live, laugh, love’ welcome mats, room decor has become more generic over the years. While it’s convenient to take a trip to Target and grab the first five things you see in the “Magnolia” section, do your Pinterest board justice and aim for something more original.
Pepper spray is one of the most common self defense items — especially for women — because of its versatility and affordability. However, according to the Baylor Guide to Community Living, pepper spray is prohibited in all residence halls.
Whenever I meet a new friend, one of my first questions is what their favorite music artist is or what genre of music they like best. I used to think these questions gave me an idea of who they are, but then I realized that music taste does not reflect someone’s personality.
In a society that promotes overnight trends, cancel culture and gossip, it’s time to stop scrolling and start thinking for yourself.
How on earth does a 43-year-old man with a mullet and Louisiana drawl get a man like Bernie Sanders to call him “profound” on the online equivalent of a bachelor pad that’s sponsored by a men’s razor called “The Lawn Mower?” Was this just a one-time comment made by Von that caught the senator by surprise, or is Theo Von a legitimate journalist capable of generating relevant, thought-provoking and engaging discussion?
What if solo dining could be a source of confidence and personal growth? Eating alone is something to embrace, not avoid.
Reading and studying American history doesn’t make you a patriot. Reading and studying the Bible doesn’t make you a believer.
Unless you want to spend way too much money, develop unhealthy eating habits and not enjoy eating out with friends anymore, I recommend that you eat out less. You will gain the benefits in the long run by doing so.
For low-income women, the cost of everyday products can strain their budgets. It can lead to choosing between needed feminine products or groceries. Nobody should have to choose between two human necessities.
Fleetwood Mac is one of the greatest bands of all time. They are an iconic representation of style evolution and resilience, which is why they stand out so clearly from the rest.
If you have hobbies you’d like to continue, activities you’d like to pursue, organizations you’d like to join or service opportunities you’d like to learn more about — you can find all of them at Late Night.
From Hydroflasks to Stanley cups and now Owala water bottles, do we really need so many vessels to carry our drinks everyday?
The political hijacking of a theological term has caused more harm than good.
If you find yourself scrolling through tarot readings on TikTok saying your ex is coming back… you might be struggling to cope.
While some book lovers choose to remain in the past, audiobooks are the future of leisurely reading with a multitude of advantages.
I’m sorry, but nobody needs or wants a “Frozen” or “Moana” cinematic universe. Get over it.
Long-distance relationships take a lot of effort. Don’t feel worried if you feel like you can’t make it work. Every couple has their own needs and preferences, and as long as you are both putting in time and effort, your relationship will thrive.
Don’t stick to the “blow-off” courses. Stray from the pack when it comes to picking an elective.
After hanging out with people, I often found myself trying to fit a mold that I thought people wanted to see at Baylor, which made me like a lot of things about myself less. If this happens, remember to celebrate others’ differences from yours. Appreciate who they are, not who you aren’t.
Every time I have come home within the past few months, there has been someone who asks me how my time at Baylor has been. I am able to tell them that it’s amazing every time, and there isn’t even a hesitation or a stretch from the truth.
Serving as the editor-in-chief of The Lariat has been the greatest privilege of my college career. I never could have imagined how bittersweet it would be to unpin my prints from the board, design my last staff meeting presentation and pass my final story on Camayak. But here I am, shedding a tear or two writing this letter.
It might be easy to immerse yourself in your part-time job or wish the next three months away in eager anticipation for the fall, but summer is the perfect time to build habits, not break them. So, if you’re looking for some extra ways to fill your summer calendar, here are some suggestions.
1500 miles away from home and three years in, I can finally say I’ve somewhat made Baylor a second home. It’s never too late to join an organization that best fits you. Remember to take a deep breath. You may not be able to see the future, but you can give it your all and go for it.
It’s an odd thing to simply wake up one day and be done with something that has played such a large part in your life. Soon, I’ll be ending my four-year career with The Baylor Lariat. Originally, I was going to write about that to end my time here, but I just couldn’t see anything more fitting than writing about the man who got me where I am today.
When most people think fondly of summer, it normally involves hot days spent splashing at the pool, laughter from friends both new and old and the “cha-ching!” of a biweekly paycheck hitting your account. Sure — to most, working in the summer is an effort to fund another Cowboy Coffee for when you desperately need a pick-me-up. But if you give them the chance, summer jobs have more life lessons packed into them than you would think.
