This article was a contribution from David Ornelas, born in Guadalajara, Mexico, having grown up in Southern California. He currently works as a Narrative Designer at Funktronic Labs in Pasadena California. Many cultures from around the world prepare to welcome the changing of seasons throughout the year with festivals and celebrations. Dia de los Muertos (also known as the Day…
In life, when the cards are stacked against you from the very start, how do you find the courage and strength to carry on? Viola Davis, for example, persevered through the difficult circumstances of her childhood with hope and a helping hand. Throughout her journey from little girl with big dreams to Triple Crown of Acting winner, Davis was surrounded…
Although the weather is still warm in many places north of the equator, countless people are eager for fall holidays. Halloween is the one day of the year that spooky fans look forward to celebrating the most. There have been countless theories as to why people enjoy scary, unsettling entertainment such as horror movies and “haunted” houses. In the end,…
When we are feeling stressed out, many of us turn to entertainment to relax, decompress, and forget about our worries. Although catching up on our favorite television show will keep us entertained long enough to shift our focus away from our stressors, this isn't always the healthiest or most beneficial outlet. In recent years, the concept of mindfulness has become…