Realities collide
Posted by Cassandra | Filed under The Real World
Before we started our internships, we were given an overview of what to expect. Number one on the list of Top 5 Things to Know Before You Start Your Internship is
You will cry on at least one occasion.
I haven’t cried in the newsroom yet, but I had tears in my eyes in the cab on [...]
Tags: emotional breakdown, internship, TalentEgg
Feeling naked and apprehensive
Posted by Cassandra | Filed under Friendship, The Real World
Most of the time when we transition between one part of life and into another, it’s not so obvious until it’s already passed. We don’t realize everything is different until the change has already occurred and we certainly don’t pause to think about it or be nervous about it.
My six weeks as news editor and [...]
Tags: internship, masthead, National Post, TalentEgg, The Ryersonian
What if my helicopter parent is no longer hovering?
Posted by Cassandra | Filed under Family, Generation Y
As a young woman, a university student and a member of Generation Y, it’s impossible to get away from conversations about parents and, in particular, mothers.
Don’t get me wrong, I love my dad. And I’m sure most people love their dads too. But there’s something different and special about mothers.
My friends and colleagues complain about [...]
Tags: Mom, motherless daughter
Never underestimate the power of a little push
Posted by Cassandra | Filed under Career, Education, Family, Friendship
I know I’m where I am today thanks to my own drive, hard work and persistence.
But I’ve also come to appreciate the people in my life at various points in time who have given me the extra push I needed to get through a rough patch.
It’s taken me a while to recognize who they are [...]
Tags: support
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