Artists can be easily dissatisfied with their performance and lead unbalanced or depressed lives. However, accepting imperfections—the humanity of art—can help artists regain their belief in themselves and have the drive and courage to perform.   This year’s new chair of the music department, Dr. Karlyn Bond, explored how a musician can live a balanced […]

Some say it’s impossible to multitask. I say, just multi-ask and I’ll show you how it’s done via a series of happy and helpful tips to help you further optimize the spreadsheet schedule that has become your life.   The plight of the 21st century citizen is having too much to do with too little time […]

“The importance of exercise is not adequately understood or appreciated by patients and mental health professionals alike.” [1]  Exercise has a huge impact on mental health for almost every individual. It boosts self-confidence and alleviates anxiety and depression.  According to a study published in 2004, it is proven that exercise relieves symptoms of anxiety and […]

According to a study done by Fortune, college students are almost twice as likely to experience elevated stress and anxiety compared to adults in U.S. [1] If we don’t pay enough attention to our metal health, it can ultimately lead to depression and exhaustion.   Matthew Vaughan is a counseling liaison at Walla Walla University who […]

Men feel pressured not to express concerns about their mental health, leading them to suffer devastating physical and mental consequences.  Mental health crises are on the rise, with studies uncovering the hardships of mental health among men. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention stated, “In 2020 men died by suicide 3.88 times more than women,” […]