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self-esteem

Opinion: To compare, or not to compare

February 11, 2019 By SIN Staff

Opinion: To compare, or not to compare

By Olivia Hanna A former American President once said, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Though Roosevelt was not alive to experience social media, I’m sure he would argue that Facebook, Instagram and other platforms are thieves of joy. The relationship I have with social media is interesting, and I’m sure I’m not alone. On one hand I love the scrolling: checking in on … [Read more...] about Opinion: To compare, or not to compare

Selfies and self-worth

February 22, 2017 By SIN Staff

Selfies and self-worth

Not so long ago, I found myself in a funny kind of situation, but not the funny ‘haha’ kind. It was a funny, makes your insides squirm kind. And the thing was, it wasn’t the situation itself, but my reaction to it that made me feel this way. See, I am in a Facebook group chat full of boys, because they just happen to be some of my best friends. They talk about football and … [Read more...] about Selfies and self-worth

The curse of comparing yourself to others

February 15, 2017 By SIN Staff

The curse of comparing yourself to others

As a species we’re instinctively on the lookout for constant improvement. It’s part of our most basic workings to want to be better because it maintains our survival. Not only does this apply to each of us as individuals; it creates a kind of competitive streak overall, making us note who’s superior, that is, more advanced. So, basically, if you’re constantly comparing … [Read more...] about The curse of comparing yourself to others

How to leave negativity behind

January 10, 2017 By SIN Staff

How to leave negativity behind

If you’re any way like me, negativity sucks at you. It sticks its teeth into your shoulder, picks you up, and tosses you around until your insides have fallen out. It’s an exhausting way to live, and therefore, I’ve tried to find ways to combat the effect it has on me. A new year is the perfect time to put these ideas into practise. Hopefully, you’ll find them somewhat useful … [Read more...] about How to leave negativity behind

Swapping liner for lip filler: the Kylie Jenner effect

January 10, 2017 By SIN Staff

Swapping liner for lip filler: the Kylie Jenner effect

Kylie Jenner said that 2016 would be the year for ‘realising stuff’ and there’s certainly one thing the world has realised about her – the power of her influence on all things beauty.  Along with the rest of the Jenner-Kardashian clan and associated figures such as Gigi Hadid, Cara Delevgine and Jordyn Woods, she has created this image of flawless perfection that young women … [Read more...] about Swapping liner for lip filler: the Kylie Jenner effect

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