What’s Crystal Claire’s favorite crystal? Easy. Selenite. Selenite’s name is in honor of the Greek Goddess of the moon, Selene. It can also commonly be called Desert Rose, Satin Spar, or Maria Glass. Crystals of this type are most frequently found in the USA, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Russia, Poland, Greece, …
Category: Reflections
Meditation Transformed My Life
Six years ago, I read online that practicing breathing exercises could help reduce anxiety. I didn’t anticipate that some of my most profound personal moments would eventually arise from nurturing these moments of silence.
Love is Limitless
Sincerity. Empathy. Altruism. Forgiveness. Despite being titled as rare, these qualities aren’t so distant. Each of us has an infinite reservoir of compassion and healing within us, should we choose to open our hearts to it.
“Message” — Lyric Analysis
“Tearing up silence, killing time. Drinking our feelings on it, tasted like wine.”
Grieving a Best Friend
It’s hard losing a dog; it’s harder losing one of your best friends.
Stories of Eugene: Year 3
Year 3; 2015-2016 I entered my third and final year at UO with mixed notions of confidence and intimidation. Maintaining secure and healthy relationships with close friends brightened my optimism. At the same time, I had no clue what I was getting into, in regards to work and classes: a …
Stories of Eugene: Year 2
Year 2; 2014-2015 The week before my sophomore year began, Tim was excitedly attempting to assure me that my upcoming term would be enjoyable. I would be living in a sorority house after all! How could it not be fun? /sarcasm
