Category: Growing Pains Edition

Growing Pains Edition

Purpose, Not Capitalism

Words by: Zayan Ismail
Art by: Anita Thuon

It was not long ago that I dreamt of the life of a career diplomat. Majoring in international relations has shifted that dream, for better or worse. Studying the outdated archaic theories developed by White imperialists which perpetuate the subjugation of Indigenous communities, people of colour, women, and other minorities, has made me question everything since they created them under the guise of negotiation and peace.

… Purpose, Not Capitalism
Growing Pains Edition

Blocked & Deleted

Words by: Dilshi Perera 
Art by: Gabrielle Poh

Someone once asked me to list some of the greatest joys in life, and waking up and not thinking about them anymore is easily in my top 10 — aside from kissing in the rain and other main character-esque qualities. There’s no denying that breakups are one of THE MOST tumultuous journeys that a human can go through, but the process of healing and overcoming pain is monumental. 

… Blocked & Deleted
Growing Pains Edition

Quarantine: A Fictional Futuristic Idea That Has Become Our Reality

Words by: Shams Ibrahim

What does it mean to be in quarantine? What is it like to be locked up indoors with only a few hours of sunshine allowed? Is it punishment? Is karma biting the human race? Is it a doorway to a mental asylum? In truth, I don’t know what it really means or how it has impacted people. It would be extremely arrogant and ignorant to assume that it has hit everyone the same way. Each experience is very unique. Some might be terrible, while others surprisingly good. This will be part of my personal journey with lockdowns, quarantine, and COVID-19. 

… Quarantine: A Fictional Futuristic Idea That Has Become Our Reality
Growing Pains Edition

Constantly Readjusting to Life After University 

Words by: Emilio Lanera
Art by: Lauren Easter

For the last four years, university has been the main source of structure in my life. I did have other things going on in my life like work, social life, internships, and other extracurricular activities, but for the most part they all had to work around my university classes and assignments. While it was nice to have someone else organise your life for you, by the time I graduated I was ready to leave the familiar structure university offered and embark on a new journey where I had more control in deciding what I do and when I would do it. However, something I would learn very early after leaving university is that no matter how well you plan things, life still tends to get in the way.  

… Constantly Readjusting to Life After University