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The girl I used to be haunts me | Thought Daughters

The girl I used to be haunts me | Thought Daughters

By Ava Ferriero November 2, 2025
When I mourn the person I used to be, I fail to acknowledge the worth of the person I am becoming. Living in the past prevents focusing on the future. Although she will always have a special place in my heart, I am not that high school girl anymore. I am someone more authentic and mature. By putting energy and love into myself today, the monsters will slowly disappear. The truth: You can’t be who you were, but you can embrace who you are now. And when the thoughts become too much, remember the monsters are not real.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

My number one fan

By Lauren Albano, Editor-in-Chief March 20, 2025
I made a few saves, and my dad came over to me, raving that he was proud of my first performance and reassuring that missed saves were not solely my fault — it was a team effort. I played goalie for a few more games and soon fell in love with the position. 
Jodi Tang | Graphic Artist

The myth of escape

By Gabriel Martins February 21, 2025
But growing is inevitable, regardless of where you are. We have this mentality that we must evolve or die, but evolving doesn’t mean changing your life dramatically. We evolve in little ways every day— even if it’s in the courage it takes to live at home.
Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

A beginner’s guide to Phoebe Bridgers | Liv Listens

By Olivia Stapleton February 9, 2025
Recently, I had a friend tell me she was interested in listening to Phoebe Bridgers. If you haven’t been living under a rock, chances are that you’ve at least heard of her before. However, if you’ve never gotten around to listening, that’s okay, because I’m here to help.
Mandile Mpofu | Senior Graphic Artist

Get to know your lifelong BFF

By Aguo Wang October 23, 2023
Most pieces of literature narrate the perfect story about meeting someone with whom you have a deep connection with. But in reality, the probability of that happening is often quite small, and most people aren’t so lucky. I want to tell a story about solitude. During my freshman year of college, I met my best friend ever, who happens to be myself.
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