Writings

Coping with Untreated Mental Illness in the Colorado Springs Homeless Community

Nonfiction, Student Writings, Writings / By

People with mental illnesses can often manage their symptoms through treatment, but many never receive it. Social stigma and the United States’ psychiatrist shortage are root causes of the problem. Those who don’t get treatment see their symptoms grow progressively worse, which means they have substantially higher odds of becoming homeless. Colorado Springs can fight […]

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Ten Reasons to Avoid Taking Yourself Too Seriously

Analysis, Creative Nonfiction, Creative Writing, Eric Stephenson, Nonfiction, Writings / By

Oscar Wilde wrote, “Life is far too important a thing ever to talk seriously about it.” He was right on the money in at least one sense–unwarranted self-importance is an aggravating distraction that poisons our personal interactions. Here are ten reasons to avoid taking yourself too seriously. Taking yourself too seriously means you’re dwelling on fear

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Ten Reasons to Donate to Local Organizations and Thrift Stores

Analysis, Nonfiction, Writings / By

Though there are some national organizations that perform phenomenal services to those in need, USR would like to offer some reasons to donate within your community areas. When you donate directly to local charities, your items and money stay in and serve your community. The money local charities donate to and the people they clothe, feed, and

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