Life is tough and confusing and weird. We all need help sometimes, and when you need an expert opinion, you turn to an expert opinion-giver like Robin Halper. Whatever problem you’re facing in life, Robin will have a solution. ***The Cascade cannot guarantee the effectiveness of Robin’s unique approach to life, but if you’re in a jam, get some advice by writing to halp@ufvcascade.ca
Stressed to the nines
Dear Robin
It’s only been the first week of class and I’m already stressed out of my mind about all of my assignments, my two jobs, keeping my fashion on brand, and keeping my breakfast interesting. There’s just too much to do and so little time. Help!
Sincerely,
Overwhelmed in Autumn
Hey,
I hate to burst your bubble, but everyone’s stressed, so calm down and get your priorities straight. Firstly, I feel that you’re probably someone who shoots for straight A’s on everything, correct? Well, guess what? C’s get degrees too. Relax and do a good job on your assignments, but you really don’t need to get in the high 90’s all of the time. (Unless you want to be a doctor, of course.) Next, I recommend adapting a capsule wardrobe — Google it; it’ll change you. And finally, breakfast and working to feed yourself breakfast are super important. But don’t overwork yourself, because you can always get a student loan if it comes to that and steel-cut oatmeal is always nutritious, flexible, and filling for a delicious breakfast. Now go and take a bath.
-Robin
Buddying up
Dear Robin
For one of my classes, the prof is letting us choose our buddies for our final project and we’ve got to let her know in two weeks. Usually I’ve had the profs assign partners for these types of things, so I’m a bit worried that I might end up with a slacker. Plus the semester’s only just started, so I haven’t had the chance to feel the vibes on everyone yet. Any tips for selecting an adequate assignment buddy?
Sincerely,
Confused in class
Hello,
Mmm, yes, choosing a buddy for an assignment brings school’s greatest conundrum. Everyone wants to be paired with a keener but not everyone in the class is a keener. I won’t waste your time by sharing my successes and failures in this department, but one thing you need to know is that you can learn everything you need to know about someone by the way they dress. Best of luck.
-Robin
