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Why Keep a Journal or Diary?
Journaling and diary-keeping has been around for hundreds of years. In fact, through personal diaries we have been able to discover information about the creation of our country and government, as well as the people who lived during this time … Continue reading
The Difference Between Diaries, Journals & Blogs
The words diary, journal and blog are terms often used interchangeably to mean the same thing. Most people associate a diary with a special book that is closed with a padlock to keep your thoughts and feelings private. Journals are … Continue reading
Boarding School Myths
Even if you’re just starting your boarding school research, there’s a good chance you already have an impression of what boarding school is like. This impression might come from books you’ve read, such as “Catcher in the Rye” or “A … Continue reading
Boarding School for International Students
An international student is a student that holds a foreign (non-U.S.) passport. There are many reasons why boarding school is a popular option for international students around the world. Many international students would like to attend college or university in … Continue reading
What is a Diary or Journal?
Diaries and journals are essentially notebooks, books, or computer files that we use to write down our thoughts and feelings. Many people use journals for various reasons, from documenting their workout schedule to recording their daily struggles with life in … Continue reading
The Different Types of Journals
There are several unique types of journals. You may find that you want to keep several journals for various different areas of your life. Perhaps you like to travel, so a travel journal is an excellent way of keeping your … Continue reading
Effective Journaling Tips
Journaling can be a healing tool, but in order for it to be effective you must also know how to journal effectively. There are also various exercises that you can partake in through your journaling. These allow you to challenge … Continue reading
Famous Historical Diaries
Diaries have provided historians and people an insight into the past. They have been used by many famous individuals to document what is happening to them throughout history as well as what was happening to their country at the time … Continue reading
Why Boarding School?
Going to boarding school isn’t an easy decision. You’ll need to adjust to a new environment. The physical separation from your family and old friends can make the decision emotionally difficult. Financial costs are also a consideration. Is it worth … Continue reading
Why Private School? A Look at the Potential Benefits
The question of how to educate a child is one of the most important a parent can ask. A basic choice that many parents struggle with is that of public vs. private school. Parents do not want to take on … Continue reading