New Wave Magazine is a Toronto Metropolitan University-based feminist ideal focused magazine, publishing mediums including creative writing, reporting, visual arts, listicles, poetry, and more.​
Below are the four pieces I wrote for New Wave Magazine.

I got bored and wrote an Oxford essay for fun
A humurous reflection on my aspiration to attend Oxford, particularly its renowned All Souls College, known for its rigorous entrance exam. Intrigued by the exam’s thought-provoking prompts—such as “Should we colonize Mars?”—I attempted to write an essay, embracing the intellectual challenge. While Oxford remains a dream, the exercise provides personal growth, a creative outlet, and a chance to sharpen my writing skills.



A rant about body image
This piece examines the impact of societal standards on body image, with a focus on my experience with ballet; discussing the broader influence of media and social norms. The piece emphasizes the challenges of overcoming ingrained perceptions. I highlight the importance of self-reflection and pursuing change for healthy, personal reasons, highlighting the importance of resilience and self-acceptance.

Women, careers, academia, and the imposter syndrome
This piece reflects on imposter syndrome, and my experience with it as a student and during my first Co-op placement. Imposter syndrome is especially prevalent amongst women in the workplace, and the piece includes studies and statistics looking at female workers with imposter syndrome at some of the biggest corporate companies.



My double sided childhood: growing up mixed
Growing up mixed-race, as a German-Fijian, taught me the complexity of navigating dual identities. While I appreciate the diverse traits I’ve inherited, it often felt isolating, as I struggled to fully belong to either culture. Despite subtle prejudices and challenges, I’ve embraced the strengths of my multicultural background, such as understanding diversity and practicing acceptance. Ultimately, being mixed has shaped my perspective, teaching me the importance of empathy and inclusivity in a divided world.
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*This piece was published in New Wave's Spring 2022 Issue