How to Turn Jealousy into Motivation
Let’s face it: We’ve all been jealous of someone at some point in our lives. Whether it because of their looks, their job or the…
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4 Ways to Level Up in Quarantine
While some of your future plans, internships and jobs may currently be on hold, that doesn’t mean this time has to go completely to waste….
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Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2020 Self-Improvement Section Opener: Diana Weidner
Empowering — one word that Diana Weidner would use to describe her Penn State experience. “My story is just like any college student that has…
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App Spotlight: MasterClass
With about a month of social distancing under our belts, many people have spent time searching for new and creative ways to stay productive; however,…
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Dump Your Daily Worries: Morning Pages Journaling
Now more than ever, a lot of us are trying to look for more ways to decompress and relax our minds during a stressful time…
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WHOOP Fitness Band — Your Workout’s Best Friend
If you don’t already have an Apple Watch or a Fitbit, you definitely know someone else who does. Smart watches and fitness trackers have become…
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Trust Yourself and Eat with Intention
It seems like every month a new diet trend pops up telling us how to lose more weight, eat healthier and uphold a better lifestyle….
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The Biology of a Breakup
If you have ever experienced heartbreak, you know the sequence of events: long nights tossing and turning, questioning every decision, sleep deprivation and fatigue, putting on a strong face to the world, stalking your ex on social media, coming home listening to sad music and devouring Ben & Jerry’s.
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Wellness Wednesdays
It is no secret that the academic pressures of college can take a toll on the mental, emotional and physical health of students.
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How a Steady Schedule Can Change Your Life
Feeling the stress of a busy life? The life of a college student is anything but relaxed, so when it comes to classes, clubs, jobs and of course football games, a single day can lead to a whole lot of chaos if not planned out well.
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Senior Year: The Final Stretch
If you’re feeling excited about embarking on this last year of school, or may be hesitant to approach life with open arms, VALLEY has some tips on how to mentally prepare yourself for (possibly) one of the best years of your life.
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The Must-Read Book of the Summer: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
The truth is, we all care way too much about everything, which is why this self-improvement memoir written by Mark Manson is a must-read.
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Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2019 Self-Improvement Section Opener: Andrew Storck
Starting his Penn State career in 2017, Andrew Storck is a 34-year-old ceramics major from Allentown, Pennsylvania. Storck served in the military from 2005 to 2013, and he uses his passion for ceramics and paying it forward as a self-improvement mechanism and therapeutic process as a veteran.
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Tuition Going Towards Social Life
College tuition is more than just a payment for your classes. It’s an investment in your academic skills, social skills and everything in between.
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Saying “No” As A People Pleaser
It can be easy to overcommit or put ourselves in situations we don’t want to be in for the sole purpose of making someone else happy. Learning how to say no once in a while, though, can empower you to take control of your own life and how you choose to spend your time.
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Blue-Light-Blocking Glasses Will Save Your Eyes
Blue light is everywhere, but in this case, it is emitted from screens such as smartphones, tablets, computer screens and TV screens. The human eye is not very good at blocking blue light, so it often reaches all the way to the light-sensitive retina in the eye.
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Spring Break Bod? You Already Have It
As the temperature increases, so does awareness of body insecurity. It seems that students everywhere are striving for their mythical “spring break bodies.”
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Breaking The Cycle Of Consumerism
How many new clothing pieces did you buy this month? Did you purchase a new backpack for school this year? What version of the iPhone…
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Can’t Spell ‘Truth’ Without ‘Ruth’
An unwavering advocate for gender equality. A judicial powerhouse. A pop culture icon at 85. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg has become an inspiration…
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Give A Boost To Your Creativity
Stimulating your brain to constantly produce creative thoughts can become a difficult task when you see the pile of upcoming assignments in front of you….
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