There’s No Such Thing As a Bad Date
“It may not be the end of the world that I once wore a fancy outfit on a date with a man who was dressed like a dedicated ultimate frisbee player. Most so-called ‘bad dates’ eventually become great anecdotes.”
No Expectations
“I was satisfied with what we were doing because I wasn’t trying to get more out of the experience than it could provide. Sometimes the best way to avoid expectations is to give myself a satisfaction minimum.”
Word Police and Expression Thieves
“It’s important to see that changing the language we use is only challenging one behavior. Telling a child not to curse doesn’t mean they will stop entirely.”
Eyes Off the Road, Hands Off the Wheel
“Lately I’ve been trying to take fewer Uber rides to save money so I’ve been walking around 14,000 steps a day on average. Not only do I get a different perspective of SF, I also take a lot of photos to document where I’m going.”
Top 10 Dating Safety Tips
Here are 10 dating and safety tips for women, created by Cora Thornton-Silver.
Beyond Facing Fears
Cora Thornton-Silver examines fear, the urge to be avoidant, and how exposure therapy can be helpful in navigating uncomfortable scenarios.
FOMO: Fleeting, Optional, Motivating, Optimistic
Lifestyle contributor Cora offers new meaning to the term “FOMO,” observing it as a beneficial emotion rather than a dreaded predicament.
The Office Days Are Over
Are offices a thing of the past? Lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver discusses office culture and work styles in 2021.
How To Forget a Man In Seven Days
Looking to get over a date-gone-wrong or missed connection? Cora Thornton-Silver gives a day-by-day guide to getting over someone in seven days.
Top 10 Male Dating App Photo Clichés
Lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver reviews the cliché profile pictures that men post on dating apps and what they suggest to potential mates.
Budgeting Happiness
“Budgeting happiness is about finding a middle path between two extreme scenarios.” Lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver discusses budgeting happiness.
Inactive Listening
Lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver gives insight into inactive listening.
Finding Life Advice in Unexpected Places
Lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver finds insight, in orthodox areas of life. Maybe you have to?
“I Don't Give a Damn 'Bout My Reputation!”
Lifestyle writer Cora Thorton-Silver reviews her experience at the Joan Jett concert in California.
Pant-demic: Death to Skinny Jeans
Read lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver’s article, discussing the transition of clothing during the pandemic.
What’s So Funny?
Humor is the main topic in lifestyle writer Cora Thorton-Silver's piece this week.
How to Meditate Like an Autodidact
Although I value traditional educational settings, I’ve found that certain practices such as mediation do not require a classroom. See what lifestyle writer Cora Thornton Silver has to say.
Be C.O.O.L: Charming, Optimistic, Outgoing, Logical
Lifestyle writer Cora Thornton-Silver gives you the advice you need.