By Angelice Romero |Staff Writer| Living in dorms can put a toll on your mental state, pockets and not to mention your weight, unless you can find ways to stay happy and healthy. For a majority of us exchange students, we have left our comfort zone, so we have to find new, healthy outlets to keep us sane. Becoming part of a club or social organization on campus just might help find a few friends. Even becoming study buddies with a classmate will get your mind off of being in a new place. I've become pretty close with my roommates and even some of their friends, so I never feel lonely here. I also try to keep up with my favorite shows or watch a good movie on Netflix just to … [Read more...] about A New Yorker in Cali: Being happy and healthy while living on campus
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Relieve stress with everyday activities
By Emelie Chacon |Staff Writer| Now that the school year has started, some students may start to feel overwhelmed by the amount of homework, readings and quizzes that are added on to classes. Here are some tips that can help you manage your stress. Probably one of the most known ways to deal with stress is to practice any kind of physical activities. Like sports, recreational activities allow your body to release endorphins which help your body feel more relaxed. According to Livestrong.com, physical activities can also diminish stress symptoms by decreasing the tension in your muscles, relaxing blood vessels, reducing heart rates and blood pressure. “When I’m stressed out, … [Read more...] about Relieve stress with everyday activities