Author Archives: lmayo95

What to watch over winter break?

Posted on December 11, 2020 by lmayo95

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 →

Posted in Life at USG, Uncategorized | Tagged documentaries, holiday, movies, shows, winter break | 1 Comment

Gratitude Journal

Posted on November 27, 2020 by lmayo95

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 →

Posted in Fitness & Wellness, Uncategorized | Tagged gratitude, Journaling, Thankful, thanksgiving | Leave a comment

Calming the Monkey Mind with Meditation

Posted on November 13, 2020 by lmayo95

“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 →

Posted in Fitness & Wellness | Tagged benefits of yoga, calm, headspace, Mayo Clinic, meditation, monkey mind, yoga | Leave a comment

Importance of Networking:

Posted on October 30, 2020 by lmayo95

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 →

Posted in Academics, students, Work Experience | Tagged career, connecting, Mentorship, Networking, new opportunities, Relationships, TED Talk | 1 Comment

Simple Fall Recipes

Posted on October 15, 2020 by lmayo95

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 →

Posted in Fitness & Wellness | Tagged Butternut squash, cinnamon apples, fall recipes, go-to recipes, peanut butter cookies, soup, sweet potatoes, turkey chili | 3 Comments

Stressed Out?

Posted on October 1, 2020 by lmayo95

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 →