LinaWhy do we give flowers?When we look at red roses, we instinctively think of love. Similarly, when we look at tulips, our minds are reminded of spring. Why is…Jul 21Jul 21
LinaWhy I can’t read books written by menDostoevsky, Camus, Nabokov. Great writers, I’m sure, but as hard as I’ve tried, I haven’t been able to get through more than half of their…Jul 81Jul 81
LinaSleeping Beauty: The recurring portrayal of women sleeping in art and literatureA few months ago, I was strolling around The Royal Academy of Arts, on a journey to understand the art world a bit better when a certain…Jun 27Jun 27
LinaNorth African women: Debunking the stereotypesRecently, I had a conversation with one of my friends, a young Pakistani girl, about her troubles with her Algerian acquaintance. Being…Mar 141Mar 141
LinaThe loneliness after graduatingIf you ask anyone who took a gap year why they took one, they will tell you one of two things: the first is “I want to discover who I am”…Nov 25, 2023Nov 25, 2023
LinaThe ‘Best friend’ mythUnlike every other young teenage girl my age, instead of going through dating breakups, I’ve been through my fair share of friendship…Jul 13, 2023Jul 13, 2023
Lina5 actually helpful ways I cut down slowly on social mediaHave you been finding it impossible to put your phone down sometimes? Do you feel the need to always check your phone ? Read more…Feb 18, 20231Feb 18, 20231
LinaI did a dopamine detox for 5 days and this is how it wentDopamine is a neurotransmitter that allows you to feel pleasure and satisfaction. Although dopamine is good for you, too much dopamine from…Feb 11, 20232Feb 11, 20232
LinaBurnt out? Here are 5 ways to get over itAs a student, I think burnout is the worst thing to happen to you. Contrary to what others may believe, it goes beyond just feeling tired…Feb 5, 20233Feb 5, 20233
Lina13 unusual study tips from a Year 13 studentAs a former “gifted” student, I went through most of my schooling years knowing I was smart at every subject. Teachers constantly praised…Jan 29, 20232Jan 29, 20232