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The Benefits of Breaking Your Routine

Jaya Gautam • March 30, 2025

Like many Boston College students, I am a creature of habit. I blast music in the communal showers, always reach for the same pair of jeans, and drink my coffee with a splash of milk and one Splenda. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on habits—specifically, my bad ones.

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Jan. 26

Opinions • January 26, 2025

One of the best parts about the new year and new semester is the chance to establish new routines. These past few weeks have been about adjusting to new lunch times, gym schedules, assignments, and office hour greetings.

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Jan. 28

Opinions • January 28, 2024

From football to freshman housing, we all have our own opinions on Boston College’s hot topics. Still, there is one thing we can all agree on: BC is a hockey school.

The Trap of the TikTok “Day in the Life”

Jenny Hotchkiss • October 1, 2023

Like many others, I have found myself enthralled with TikTok “day in the life” videos. And it’s not a good habit.

Routine: It’s Not As It Seems

Alexa Piedra • April 23, 2023

We frequently imagine that being productive means getting up at 6 a.m., going to the gym five times a week, and working for four-hour blocks, but this is not the reality. We’re talking about a lifestyle—the way you’ll be living day to day.

Seeing World Wonders on a Familiar Path

Madeleine D’Angelo • September 21, 2017

Metro editor Madeleine D'Angelo wants to be an explorer. Unfortunately, she is more likely to be burrowed into the couch than seeing world wonders.