QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, The White Queen said, “You cannot live your life to please others. The choice must be yours.”

While being liked by others is undeniably important in life, living simply to please others can be a fraught, tiresome uphill battle. It’s incredibly difficult to keep up with trying to please everyone, and, at this point in the semester, that’s precious energy you might need to conserve.

It might be hard to make peace with, but understand that no matter what you do, there will almost always be one person who isn’t satisfied or has something negative to say. And, above all, make sure you’re making time to do the things that you love. You’ll be ultimately happier if you allow yourself to make the decisions that are right for you.

THIS WEEK AT FALVEY

Monday, November 13

Mindfulness Monday | 1-1:30 p.m. | Multifaith Prayer Room, St. Rita’s Hall | Virtual Option | ACS-Approved | Free & Open to Villanova Students, Faculty, & Staff

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 4-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

Tuesday, November 14

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 4-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

Wednesday, November 15

Fall 2023 Falvey Forum Workshop: Policy Map for Practical Purposes | 12-1 p.m. | Virtual | ACS-Approved | Free & Open to the Public | Register Here

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 4-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

Philosophy and Film Series on “Creativity and Madness”: Martin Provost’s Violette (2013) | 5:30 p.m. | Room 415 | ACS-Approved | Free & Open to Villanova Community | Light Refreshments Served

Thursday, November 16

2023 Outstanding Faculty Research Award Lecture: Dr. Elizabeth Burgess Dowdell | 1-2:30 p.m. | Room 205 | ACS-Approved | Free & Open to the Public | Light Refreshments Served

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 4-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

Sunday, November 19

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 4-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

HOLIDAYS THIS WEEK

Photo by Denise Jans on Unsplash

Today, Nov. 13, is World Kindness Day. If you’re feeling charitable, show someone in your life some kindness today, whether it’s a stranger in need of some help or somebody special in your life. Equally important, don’t forgot be kind to yourself today. We’re often our own worst critics, which isn’t entirely a bad thing, but giving yourself some grace is important.

Today also marks the beginning of Geography Awareness Week, a week dedicated to spreading awareness about the importance of geography. If you’re interested in celebrating this week, Falvey’s Digital Scholarship Lab has teamed up with the Department of Geography and the Environment to bring you some great events, which you can check out here. In between events, you can also test your geography knowledge by playing a round of Geoguessr.

If you want to experience the beauties of geography for yourself, National Hiking Day is this Friday, Nov. 17. If you need to de-stress with some physical activity and time outdoors, this is the perfect excuse. Need some local hike recommendations? Check out Falvey Graduate Assistant Rebecca’s “Cat in the Stax” installment on hiking trails around Villanova.

In the mood for a festive fall treat? This Saturday, Nov. 18, is Apple Cider Day. With the chilly weather on the forecast for this weekend, it’s a great opportunity to get cozy inside and enjoy this warm, quintessential fall drink.

Annie Stockmal is a second-year graduate student in the Communication Department and Graduate Assistant in Falvey Library.