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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

All content by Hope Rangaswami
Self-Care or Self-Sabotage?

Self-Care or Self-Sabotage?

Living life within the confines of your comfort zone can feel like self-care, but confronting your fears reaps greater rewards.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist May 6, 2019

On the surface, there’s a thin line between self-care and avoidance. Distinguishing between the two can be difficult as they manifest themselves in similar ways. The crucial...

People enjoying the weather in Washington Square Park. While not stereotypically productive, it can be beneficial for the body and mind to go for a walk. (Photo by Katie Peurrung)

The Problem With Productivity

When we base our self-worth solely on our productivity, we lose sight of everything else that makes us who we are.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist May 1, 2019

We’ve got a productivity problem. Checking off items on our to-do lists is strangely euphoric, and suspiciously addictive. While getting things done isn’t a bad thing, there’s...

When It Comes to  Self-Care, One Size Does Not Fit All

When It Comes to Self-Care, One Size Does Not Fit All

Self-care isn’t as simple as sipping wine in a bubble bath — it’s often unglamorous, sometimes uncomfortable but always tailored to the individual.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist April 15, 2019

What comes to mind when you hear the term self-care? You’re probably imagining someone slapping on an expensive face mask, sitting in a bubble bath and sipping on a glass of...

Reality TV Isn't a Guilty Pleasure

Reality TV Isn’t a Guilty Pleasure

If we don’t police our tastes all the time, it might just make our free time more free.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist March 25, 2019

“This is bigger and more consequential for the country than the Russia investigation.” These are the words I texted my friend when Jordyn Woods announced she was going on Red...

A boy jumps while holding his two guardians' hands in Washington Square Park, the location .

Tuning out to Tune In

Being more mindful of yourself and the world around you can be as easy as taking off your headphones.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist March 15, 2019

Even if you’re a time management expert, school is stressful. It just is. When we aren’t doing one of the 500 things we need to do, we’re thinking about them — the assignment...