Question: Everyone knows that the first few weeks of the semester are the most stressful and most overwhelming. I’ve been having a hard time trying to get back into ‘school mode’ when all I want to do is sleep in, stay out all night and spend my days at the beach. How can I make this semester as stress-free as possible? Answer: Dear Unprepared, I can relate to your situation.  Getting back into the swing of things at the beginning of the… Read more

Question: Dear Life & Style, I started seeing someone at the beginning of the summer. Things have been great, and we haven’t put pressure on each other to define our relationship. However now that school is starting again and we technically are not official, I’m not sure whether to end it and focus on my studies or take a chance and pursue our fling to see if it leads to something more serious. –Summer Fling Response: Dear Summer Fling, I… Read more

Question: Dear Life and Style, It’s no surprise that the beginnning of a new semester can be both challenging and overwhelming. However, I am finding this semester particularly difficult. I just can’t seem to find a balance between juggling school, work, family, friends, my significant other, and everything else in my life. There’s simply not enough hours in the day! What would you suggest that I do in order to help minimize my constant stress? Thanks, Disorganized Mess Response: Dear… Read more