The Importance Of Having Breaks At School
Four hours of classes with no real breaks, and they expect us not to get distracted — ridiculous. One time…
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Learning To Be A Man From My Mom
My dad was there for graduation and to teach me how to ride a bike. But my mom was the one who taught me how to be a man.
Feeling Unprotected By School Security
My mom always told my sister and me to never let anyone search or question us without her knowing or…
Understanding The Difference Between Love and Pain
As a young person who was in an abusive relationship, I didn’t know the difference between love and pain. Recently…
Fans Can Change NFL’s Behavior
Growing up, the NFL was a key part of my life. Now I can’t even bring myself to watch on opening week.
I Can’t Let Go Of The SAT
I know I amount to more than a College Board test score. So why can’t I stop taking the SAT?
Holding Onto Myself While Losing Weight
I was always proud to be the designated fat boy in the group. So it was hard to see the gains in losing weight.
Pioneering The Pill To Prevent HIV
I live in Oakland — in the middle of an invisible epidemic. I want to spread a message of hope, but it’s not easy.
A Journey Of Self-Improvement
People often think the best part about summer is partying. I saved this summer for reflecting on my flaws.