Mind, Body & Soul

BDSM: Keep It Mutual

January 28, 2016 by

I heard my friend’s story and was absolutely appalled. It almost brought tears to my eyes, and it wasn’t just because she’d been hurt and humiliated, but overwhelmingly because she didn’t thin...
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What’s Really Wrong With the Ratio at Parties

January 28, 2016 by

Sabine Hrkalovich analyzes the troubling dynamics of gender ratios
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Don’t Hesitate to Meditate

January 21, 2016 by

As midterms approach, Allie Lebos provides a few meditation tips to calm rising stress levels.
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No Hump, No Problem: Why I Stopped Having Sex at the Peak of My Sexuality

January 20, 2016 by

Leilani Riahi takes a fresh approach to sex and rediscovers a love for people.
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Holidays in I.V.

December 3, 2015 by

Opinion Co-Editor imagines the possibilities of celebration and community in I.V. through the holiday lens.
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Not Suicidal Anymore

November 19, 2015 by

Leilani Leila Riahi wants to live now, because there's always hope.
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The Demonization of Greek Life

November 13, 2015 by

The persecution of Greek Life members is unparalleled on campus and threatens student freedom, Jason Garshfield argues.
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Maximize Your Sleep to Improve Memory, Mood and Creativity

November 10, 2015 by

Waking from a good night of sleep is like a breath of fresh air. It brings relief from the physical, mental and emotional challenges of the prior day. Sufficient sleep leaves us feeling energized, mot...
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Dear Students of UCSB: A Letter From Alumnus Tony Pierce

November 6, 2015 by

The following article was taken directly from UCSB and Daily Nexus alumnus Tony Pierce’s blog, busblog. It first appeared on busblog on Monday, November 2nd. The Nexus was given permission to pu...
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Being In a Relationship Without Being In a Relationship: A Modern Magic Trick

November 4, 2015 by

Sebastianne Kent talks a little love and relationships in this edition of The Wednesday Hump. Are you looking for someone special? You probably aren't alone.
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How to Be a Loving Friend to Someone With Depression

November 3, 2015 by

Leilani details the ways in which you can care for friends and yourself in the midst of a depressive episode.
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Halloween as It Should Be

October 29, 2015 by

Opinion Editor Jackson Kerr notes the positives of recent IV Halloween trends
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Sex and the University: To Have Hair or Not to Have Hair (Down There)

October 21, 2015 by

In her second installment of Sex and the University, Sebastianne Kent looks at hair-removal choices and expectation
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An Awkward Wednesday Hump: Thursday Edition

October 8, 2015 by

Our first Hump of the year! Jordan Metz shares her experience with an unfortunately uncommunicative BDSM fan
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If You Can’t Skate, Don’t

October 6, 2015 by

Nik Frey has something to say to everyone on campus who doesn't know what they're doing on a skateboard.
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