TikTok, the cultural juggernaut known for its short-form videos, has deeply embedded itself in the lives of users worldwide. Let’s take a deeper dive into the past to try to understand the whirlwind that was this past weekend, while also looking to the future of TikTok in Canada.  

Get ready for a fun-filled week with Thrive at Lakehead Orillia that is fruitful with activities built to reduce your stress and amplify your study breaks, workshops that will supply you with imperative, life-long skills, free meals, snacks, fresh produce, and drinks, crafts, educational presentations, and physical activity to celebrate mental health awareness. I constructed an article illustrating everything you need to know prior to entering Thrive Week, such as detailed outlines of the events, links to register, locations, times, and more! All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to participate and endorse their mental health and that of the school community. Let's battle the stigma together during this year's Thrive Week!

Start your year fresh with a clear mind and a healthier you!  Dry January is the perfect way to detox and reset. Ready to take on the challenge?

A new semester calls for a clean slate where we have the autonomy to optimize our academic term to our full potential. Organization is a multidimensional habit that contains many different strategies; however, all components are equally valuable. Let's incorporate balance in our school year by reserving time for ourselves in each area of our lives with different tools and strategies.

How many goals have you subdued due to their objectively un-contributable potential to achieving ‘’realistic’’ milestones in your life? What defines realistic for you? What is the source of this perception? Your reluctance to adopt habits you have been fantasizing about is not due to a lack of motivation but the worth that is externally associated with it. You do Not Need a New Year’s Resolution; You Need to Think Less. Release the doubts that refrain you from committing to ‘’socially unconventional’’ skills. This new year, be honest with yourself without guilt and apprehension.

The holiday season can be incredibly overwhelming. Thankfully, with a few strategies, you can manage the chaos and enjoy the season. Here are four ways to navigate the holiday season. 

This holiday season, you can make a difference—one gift at a time.  Discover how to make your holidays both festive and eco-friendly!

Discover how practicing gratitude meditation regularly can rewire your brain for emotional balance and resilience.

Balancing a budget as a student can feel overwhelming, but with some strategic planning, you can stretch your dollars further while staying on top of your finances. Meghan has generated a list of five tried and true tips to help you stay financially stable throughout your studies.

For many university students, the holiday season is a time to return home, unwind with family, and reconnect with familiar surroundings. But for those who are staying on or off campus over the winter break, homesickness can hit hard. The thought of missing out on family traditions, home-cooked meals, and the comforting buzz of your hometown can bring a sense of longing that’s difficult to shake. Whether you’re staying at university because of travel constraints, financial reasons, or simply because you prefer the quiet of a campus break, navigating homesickness during the holidays requires a blend of self- compassion, creative thinking, and connection.