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The Good Graduate is a place for those who are perplexed by the intricacies of functioning as a full-fledged adult after college.
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What No One Tells You About Quitting Your PhD
What No One Tells You About Quitting Your PhD
I haven’t written any blog posts recently in order to give myself some space to process this major life transition.
Sophia Upshaw
Sep 26, 2020
What Life Looks Like After An Unfinished Graduate Degree
What Life Looks Like After An Unfinished Graduate Degree
It’s been a while since I’ve written about leaving my PhD program. Almost a year to be exact! After the countless comments on that post of…
Sophia Upshaw
Sep 7, 2021
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How to Practice Self-Love Whether You’re Single or Taken
How to Practice Self-Love Whether You’re Single or Taken
Whether you’re taken or single, self-love starts with you. After living for (almost) a quarter century, one of the most valuable lessons…
Sophia Upshaw
Mar 7, 2022
How to Have a Sinking Fund for Every Occasion
How to Have a Sinking Fund for Every Occasion
While most of us can’t save enough money to buy a brand new car, we can set up a nifty account dedicated to life’s simple luxuries. From…
Sophia Upshaw
Jan 10, 2022
Hate New Year’s Resolutions? Try Setting Intentions Instead
Hate New Year’s Resolutions? Try Setting Intentions Instead
Whether you usually give up on your New Year’s resolution two weeks in or roll your eyes at the thought of being asked, read on to learn…
Sophia Upshaw
Jan 1, 2022
How to Audit the Relationships in Your Life
How to Audit the Relationships in Your Life
When I was growing up, it felt like I was stuck in the same loop of crushes, friends, and acquaintances. Individuals who didn’t care about…
Sophia Upshaw
Jul 14, 2020
How to Practice Mindfulness in Your Daily Life
How to Practice Mindfulness in Your Daily Life
Anyone who knew me in my undergraduate years knew me as a person who was always on the go.
Sophia Upshaw
Jul 8, 2020
Protecting Your Peace Amidst a Sea of Social Media
Protecting Your Peace Amidst a Sea of Social Media
This has been a rough week, Good Graduates…
Sophia Upshaw
Jun 6, 2020
I Went to Group Counseling For the First Time: Here’s What I Learned
I Went to Group Counseling For the First Time: Here’s What I Learned
It’s been awhile since I last blogged but if you made it this far, then welcome!
Sophia Upshaw
Feb 23, 2020
3 Ways to Make Friends in a New City
3 Ways to Make Friends in a New City
Making friends in a new city is challenging, but it pays off with new adventures, stronger relationships, and a step closer to calling your…
Sophia Upshaw
Nov 16, 2019
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