Same-Sex Marriage and the Hope That is America
In less than a decade, public opinion of same-sex marriage dramatically shifted in its favor and radically altered the course of LGBTQ civil rights in America forever. As we exit Pride Month and enter the month of our country’s independence, we look back at the watershed issue of same-sex marriage and how it led to freedoms once thought impossible for the LGBTQ community.
The Pandemic Became the Reboot Many Didn’t Know They Needed
With California fully reopening its economy this week after more than a year of COVID-19 restrictions, many find themselves emerging from the pandemic refreshed and with a newfound sense of purpose and appreciation for life.
Twitter is Not the Real World. And the Real World is Not Twitter.
Is Twitter a societal disruptor, or is it simply an innocent bystander holding a mirror to the world and showcasing the latent incompetence and ugliness inherent in our society?
Living With Indoor Plants: What’s Behind the Current Houseplant Boom?
Indoor plants have become more than mere decoration. For a younger generation, the charm of houseplants has become a therapeutic means to escape the stressors of life.
It’s Time We Appreciate the Miracle That Is Planet Earth
On this Earth Day, it’s time we take a moment to appreciate the wonders of our planet and understand our inherent responsibility to preserve the only place in the cosmos we call home: Earth.
Entering the Social Media Matrix
Social media has allowed us to become idealized versions of ourselves online. In doing so, have we willingly forsaken reality for the comforts of an online world?
The End of Shopping Malls as We Know Them
From traditional brick-and-mortar retail to dynamic mixed-use centers for urban development, this is how shopping malls will evolve in a post-pandemic world
Light Therapy Might Hold the Secret to Altering Our Mood
Color, pattern, and duration of light exposure have been shown to significantly affect a person’s state of mind. Artificial light therapy may provide a way for us to alter our mood to our desire.
