Author Archives: lmayo95
What to watch over winter break?
At this point we are amidst the chaotic time in the fall semester with finals, research papers and group projects – these past couple weeks have felt nonstop just go, go, go. As we wrap up the semester, we are … Continue reading
Gratitude Journal
Gratitude is defined as “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness”. This year has been very strange and unexpected The pandemic has created a lot anxiety, fear and overwhelm. Our usual routines and … Continue reading
Calming the Monkey Mind with Meditation
“Monkey Mind” refers to the unsettled or restless state that we find ourselves in – it’s a mind that jumps from thought to thought, similar to the way a monkey jumps from tree branch to tree branch. Instead of being … Continue reading
Importance of Networking:
Yesterday I attended a Zoom Fireside Q&A chat with special guest Isabel Yanes. Isabel is a freelance Assistant Editor for scripted television based in Los Angeles. She also works as an Animation Artist for various companies. The Q&A was very … Continue reading
Simple Fall Recipes
This time of year the sun goes down earlier and temperatures begin to drop… This calls for some warm comforting meals and treats! As a full-time student and also working full-time, its a necessity to have simple go to meals … Continue reading
Stressed Out?
Every now and then we get overwhelmed and stressed about the millions of things we have going on or need to get done. I definitely do. It can be the little things like homework or doing laundry (which add up!) … Continue reading