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Articles by Roxanna Azimy
I Had Epilepsy for Four Years Without Knowing
Roxanna Azimy · Follow 6 min read · -- Photo by geralt on Pixabay When I had my first seizure, I was in the shower. It felt like time travel, and drowning, and freefalling, and that my head was about to implode, all at once. Sudden déjà-vu — the most vivid I had ever experienced — was accompanied by an indescribable smell so strong it made my nose and throat ache. Random images flashed before my eyes.
5 Life Lessons To Learn From Millionaires
By Pro Investivity on The Capital Society indicates wealth to measure a person’s success. So why not learn life lessons from the ones that have been there — yes, we’re talking about millionaires. Learning from Millionaires doesn’t always have to be about money. They provide us with lessons that we can apply in many other parts of our lives.
The Black Lives Matter Movement has Crossed the Atlantic
Europe, you’re next. Photo by PA Media via the BBC In case you haven’t heard, a statue of 17th-century slave trader Edward Colston was torn down during a Black Lives Matter protest this week in Bristol, South-West England. According to the BBC, after the statue was toppled, a protester was pictured with his knee on the figure’s neck — reminiscent of the video showing George Floyd, the African-American man who notoriously died at the hands of a white Minnesota police officer last month.
The Power of Positive Thinking
Staying upbeat when all seems bleak: the underrated skill we all need right now. We’re all guilty of “catastrophizing” from time to time — especially considering the current times of uncertainty, and how the media is only fanning the flames of our crescendoing anxiety levels. But have you noticed that most of the things we worry about don’t even happen? Admittedly, we’re all going through a bit of a strange patch.
It’s Time to Stop Eating Animals
The COVID-19 outbreak isn’t the first time humanity’s odd eating habits have gotten us into hot water. Is it finally time to rethink our diet? Photo by Simon Matzinger on Unsplash The word “vegan” is triggering for many. Those self-assured, shaming, dogmatic cretins, right? When will they shut up and let me enjoy my bacon? Somebody not only existing — but thriving — from eating plant-based can be annoying enough for meat-lovers who claim we “need” meat or that it’s “natural” for humans to consume.
Brexit happened. So now what? – Euro Babble
After four long years of Leave-Remain battle – from the referendum campaign, the voting day, and all of the chaos since then – from the resignations of David Cameron and Theresa May, to the re-election of Boris Johnson, and all of the anticipation and #Regrexit in between – is it all finally over? (Spoiler alert: no, it is not). It’s been a long and oftentimes outright ridiculous journey since that infamous morn in June 2016, where the UK declared its decision to cut ties with its European family.
New Year New You? Time for a Life Audit
With a new year and decade upon us, it comes naturally to take stock of where we are, how far we’ve come, and at least ponder how we could make things better now that symbolic first week of January has come around. Though we can certainly self-evaluate and commit to resolutions any month we choose, something has to be said for the feeling of a fresh start and its effect on our motivation levels.
Breaking up with our quest for validation
No more living for the opinions of others. By Roxanna Azimy, Freelance Advocacy Writer, MSc As social creatures, we are wired to feel good when praised and validated by those around us. This is not inherently unhealthy, but putting our entire value down to the opinions of others is a surefire way to never feel truly comfortable or satisfied with ourselves.
How stress at work impacted my health
A burning pressure begins in my nose, as though I’ve been dragged underwater. Then comes the uneasy rising sensation in my chest, the heart palpitations, the nauseating wave of vertigo, and the rapid-firing of nonsensical images, of dreams or memories I can’t quite remember or understand. Then suddenly – panic. I become certain that what I am seeing has already happened – like your regular “deja-vu,” but multiplied by a thousand.
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