Tag: USC
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Freshman Year of Adulting
In 2025, I will be turning 23. Please do not remind me that I am halfway through my early twenties. If you asked me a few weeks ago, I probably would have said I am going on my second anniversary of my 21st birthday. Truly, what a gift it is to be in this exciting…
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Growing older
14-year-old Shaudeh’s bucket list: Hold on a minute. I am already at number 7? Looking back on my 14-year-old self’s bucket list, I truly exceeded all of her expectations. Varsity cheer captain, hit the freshman roommate jackpot, studied at USC Annenberg, Editor-in-Chief of the only print lifestyle, fashion, and culture magazine at USC, and submitted…
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22 Things I Learned in 22 Years
1. Be the energy you want to attract. 2. People pleasing hides the real you. 3. People are allowed to decide they want nothing to do with you without any explanation. Hard pill to swallow, but take it like a champ. 4. The time you spend with yourself is as valuable as the time you…
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Take My Resume
A freshly twenty one year old. How can you trust me for advice on how to navigate the your twenties? Even though I am only a year deep into my twenties, I can assure you I know the ins, the outs and the full blown loops. A year and a half ago, I set out…
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The Dreaded “Adulting” Summer
“So, what are you doing this summer?” The dreaded question of the season. How can I be convincing that I know what I’m doing? What volunteer work am I serving? What internship am I taking on? Am I traveling? Am I doing enough? What can I say to make me seem the most put together?…
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Excitement That Overwhelms
You can be in love with a million sights, souls, and minds. Never apologize for your light, your passion, or your enthusiasm. Enthusiasm fuels the world. I am a strong believer that every individual in this world bestows a quality that is difficult to put into words for others to fully understand. A characteristic that…
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Drafting a Play Book for a Successful Season: Back to School
It’s halftime! 2 years through college and 2 more years to go. Catch your breath, re-access your game plan, and refocus mentally, physically, and emotionally. Who’s on your team? Who’s on your starting line up? What’s the play book looking like? I’m leaking my best plays for you and your team for back to school:…
Much love, Shaudeh Farjami 