Thrive Thursdays

With the start of a new year, new living situations can cause stress. Whether you are rooming with a friend or someone new, here are some tips to live peacefully together!

First impressions can feel like a social minefield—especially when you’re not sure how others truly see you. But can we really control how we're perceived, or are we just guessing? Here's how impression management shapes...

Growing up with helicopter parents meant every grade, every decision, and every misstep felt like life or death. But when that control fades, and anxiety takes its place, how do you rebuild confidence and take control of...

Ever walked out of an exam replaying every mistake, convinced you failed? That spiral of 'what ifs' is counterfactual thinking—often destructive, but when used right, it can push you toward success. Here’s how to make...

Doom-scrolling feels harmless—just one more post, one more video. But what if it’s rewiring your brain, numbing your emotions, and trapping you in a cycle of instant gratification? The real cost might be more than you...

One search. A harmless symptom. Suddenly, you're spiraling down a rabbit hole of worst-case diagnoses. For some, this isn’t just a passing fear—it’s illness anxiety disorder, where every symptom feels like a ticking...

There is the ever-present problem of substance abuse throughout our nation. It is especially problematic in young adults and teens. However, there is still hope: there are ways to help those who are struggling.

Have you ever listened to your favorite song and felt every part of yourself relax? Maybe you were in your room, having some quiet time, or in your car driving home from work or school. This calming routine shared by almost...

When you have what feels like a hundred assignments hanging over your head, coupled with exams and extracurriculars, it becomes very easy to ignore your responsibilities. Discover how three simple steps can help overcome...

If you want to find out more about the effects of continuous scrolling through social media, read through this interesting article.