QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In Life of Pi, Yann Martel wrote, “To choose doubt as a philosophy of life is akin to choosing immobility as a means of transportation.”

Happy Monday, Wildcats! Sometimes, we’re our own worst enemies. We doubt ourselves, and this doubt can sometimes allow us to sell ourselves short and miss opportunities that may have changed our lives for the better. While doubt isn’t always a bad thing, it isn’t the best philosophy of life if you want to achieve your goals.

As we enter into a new semester, don’t let doubt drag you down. Confidence is often hard to master, but recognizing your strengths will pay off in the long run. And if you’re a chronic overthinker like me, faking it until you make it is usually better than letting your doubts stop you.

THIS WEEK AT FALVEY

Monday, January 22

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 January 23

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

Wednesday, January 24

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

Thursday, January 25

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 12-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

Sunday, January 28

The Learners’ Studio/Center for Speaking and Presentation | 3-9 p.m. | Room 301 | Free

HOLIDAYS THIS WEEK

Today, Jan. 22, is Come in from the Cold Day. Although I’m sure some of you celebrated this holiday a little early with our snow day on Friday, today is a day to cozy up inside and stay warm. So, when you’re done with your classes and work, you have the perfect excuse to enjoy some time indoors.

Photo by Kira auf der Heide on Unsplash

If you’re not allergic, this Wednesday, Jan. 24, is National Peanut Butter Day. There are many ways to enjoy this versatile food, including straight from the jar, in a dessert, or in the classic American staple, a peanut butter and jelly sandwich (or, if you have even more of a sweet tooth, a Fluffernutter).

Wednesday is also Belly Laugh Day. Let’s face it. The shortened days and the cold weather can sometimes make life feel gloomy. Belly Laugh Day is a day dedicated to finding the brighter side of things and enjoying things that make you laugh. Laughter might not be the best medicine, but it certainly helps boost joy and wash away negative feelings.

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