LIFE

Rest is no longer simply about having a duvet day to read a book or binge Netflix. Rest is active, something we need to be ‘doing’. It’s ‘The Cure’ for burnout, and retreats and time away from our daily grind are touted as the ultimate way to achieve rest.

We live with the constant belief that we must be on display, all the time. And perhaps it stems from the fact that we are on display, all the time. Some days I have the desire to be on display, other days, most of the time, I fear it, loathe it, am embarrassed by it.

The recent documentary, Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion dives straight into the allegations of exploitation, bigotry, and antisemitism. Where workers were often hand-picked on the street for their looks, style, and whiteness.

In ‘Anti-Hero’, Taylor Swift lays down all the ways we are too often our own worst enemies, shedding light on her flaws, that despite self-awareness, she can’t quite seem to challenge and change.

I’ve read books about various waves of feminism, articles about feminist icons and sheroes, watched movies that shift the male gaze, and listened to podcasts that amplify the voices of diverse women. And yet, I still don’t know what determines a bad feminist from a good feminist.

Why do I keep getting dry lips? Is it because, over the past month, I’ve become prone to licking my lips more frequently due to my crippling anxiety – which is often sparked upon seeing the price of a single tomato at Coles?

Elliot Page’s courageous decision to come out as transgender in 2020 has sent ripples of inspiration throughout the feminist community. Let’s delve into the significance of his journey, exploring how it embodies the principles of feminism and propels the fight for trans visibility.

That Melbourne Chick wakes up with a parched throat and is in need of a glass of water. Will the cafe next door be of assistance? Not with its new hipster barista it won’t.

Today I watched a man yell into the passenger intercom on the 5:46 Glen Waverley train. I looked around to see if anyone else on the carriage found amusement from the man, his act of so-called ‘defiance against the system’ was the most entertaining thing I had seen all day.

That Melbourne Chick has you covered with the ultimate winter wardrobe to make sure you fit in with all the other basic monochrome-wearing Melburnians. Hello, it’s called style honey.

Keeping these intense emotions locked in the cave of my mind evokes a sudden urge for my body to escape: to free myself from the blistering stares of everyone around me. Avoidance from the cruelty of social anxiety feels sweet in the moment, like a lolly after a long run, an instant relief from overwhelming symptoms.

Remind yourself that what happened in the past cannot be taken back. I too wish we were Adam Sandler in the crappy film, Click, able to pause and rewind life at a switch of a button. But news flash this isn’t a poorly scripted comedy and your wife is not the gorgeous Kate Beckinsale. YOU CAN’T CHANGE the past.

A manifesto on writing – taking a look at the transgressive woman in literature and beyond.

A personal essay that focuses on our fight-or-flight response and what happens when our bodies freeze.

A guide for those who are a touch too awkward in front of a crowd. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with these easy tips to help settle that social anxiety.

It can be difficult to cope with these new housing situations, but always remember to embrace your escape. Yes, it’s great to make an effort and socialise with new friends, but understand when it's necessary to say “no”.

Moving away from home or out of home can be daunting so I’ve decided to write about my own experiences moving across the Pacific to Los Angeles, hoping to spread ways in which us introverts or anxious-prone peoples can safely navigate the land of extroverts.

It would be fair to say that Australian-produced television has exceeded in keeping the nation entertained during eight weeks of meticulous, and often mundane lockdown.