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By: Mitali Chaudhary and Christina Ugge
Athletic sneakers vs. canvas shoes
Are athletic sneakers your thing? If so, comfort for you is obviously key. You care more about keeping your feet snug, as you choose to not jam them into a pair of strappy, pointy little heels. You might be sporty, laid back and you definitely don’t mind a little bit of travelling and exploring. Unlike your other friends, you don’t have to worry about blisters, or any other uncomfortable foot issues.
If you’re a canvas shoe person, you still care about comfort, but value aesthetics a little more. You’re a person who loves variety, and made the smart decision of buying these because they look good paired with virtually everything. You’re also on the cutesy side, and really loved elementary school. Your appreciation of pattern, colour, fabric and glitter might have stemmed from there, which is apparent from the diverse types of canvas shoes you love and wear.
Kitten heels vs. pumps
If you love kitten heels (let’s be real) you’re probably on the taller side, yet still go for the professional and classy look, since it matches your personality seamlessly. You value comfort a little more, and might think that platform stilettos is a death sentence (how does one even walk on thin sticks?). You tend to dress business casual, are focused on what you want from life and are determined to get it.
Ladies who can rock pumps are fierce, and this measure increases with every extra inch added to the heel. If this is you, you’re probably outgoing, love wearing high ponytails and dressing in all black. Style matters to you more than comfort, and you look like you’ve got your shit together, also because your nails are never chipped. You’re definitely a great friend to have because you always have their back and you’re honest when they act in a less-than-intelligent manner.
Knee-high boots vs. booties
If your boots of choice are knee-high in length, you’re definitely a perceptive one. You realize that these boots are a wardrobe staple, and you use them to make dresses work in the winter, or instantly makes leggings look appropriate. You might be a little bit more reserved and uptight, but that also means you’re a perfectionist, and you get things done on time.
Booties imply that you didn’t want to commit to knee-highs, but couldn’t decide if you wanted to wear shoes either. You might be a little indecisive as a person, but having booties allow for that, and you sure are on trend. With these, you can dress on the casual side, or dress it up and can explore a variety of sartorial tastes. You also probably go to farmers markets, sip on lattes in cute coffee shops on the weekends and wear hip ripped jeans, then post it all on Instagram.
Flip-flops vs. sandals
As a lover of flip-flops, you might be classified as a little lazy since they are the easiest shoes to slip on. But you don’t care because who has so much time to think about shoes? You’re out there learning and adventuring, giving your feet some sun time and thinking about the beach. Unfortunately, all this daydreaming might be getting you late a little too often, which is why you choose to slip into your flip-flops every time you run out the door.
If you love wearing sandals of any kind (the strappier the better!), you’re a more summery and whimsical person. You probably enjoy going to music festivals, and wearing feminine dresses. As an individual, you have no problems committing to a decision; you paint your toenails regularly and upkeep them for as long as summer lasts. You’ve got your shit together too, sandal-wearers.
Ballet flats vs. toms
Is a pair of ballet flats your favourite? If so, you’re more of a gentle, old soul; you’re the quintessential girl next door. To any of your outfits, your flats provide a feminine and dainty take, which perfectly describes who you are as well. You probably enjoy all-day shopping trips, but are equally at home in a quiet library.
Do you enjoy having your feet mummified by a cute pair of TOMS? You’re definitely an individual that’s more playful, and loves to laugh and have a good time. You might be just a tad basic (but who secretly isn’t?), have many friends who love life as much as you and Snapchat a lot. Dressing on the casual side is your thing, which means you’re always ready to hit up the new sushi bar in town.
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Three years ago, I left Welcome Week feeling like I didn’t belong in the McMaster community. All the screaming and spontaneous Gangman Style mobs just weren’t my thing. The whole week seemed to cater only to extroverts and seemingly extroverted introverts. My only recluses were the friends I made in my small faculty and the few friends I knew coming to McMaster.
For this year’s crop of frosh who are concerned or disillusioned, there are two things you should know. First, your university career is probably not going to be like Welcome Week. You’ll find your little niche, and do the things you like with a small clique of friends. There will be no yelling “HYPE HYPE HYPE” or “nae nae”-ing on the street.
That said, by design an extrovert can more easily succeed in university socially than an introvert. Residence life for an introvert is like living in a minefield of social opportunities and situations. Luckily, that doesn’t mean an introvert is doomed. To survive, you have to get to know your preferences. You may like to spend time by yourself or take time to observe and think before you act. Focus on your interests and make as many—or likely in this case, as few—connections as you desire. Once you figure out what you like, you can easily find people and extracurricular activities that are compatible to you. Clubs are great because you get to talk about what you’re interested in with a small group of people.
Jillian Perkins-Marsh, an Alumni Career Counsellor at the Student Success Centre, says it is also important to take the risk of experiencing new things through experiential programming like MacServe and job shadowing. “At the end of the day you are gaining skills for your own personal development. The experiences always teach you something about yourself even if it doesn’t work out. Personality is not static.”
As an introvert, it’s very important to find the right balance between socializing and taking time for yourself. You should know how to get away when you need to. Your family is a phone call away and they definitely want to hear from you. Find places where you can be quiet and alone on campus if you need to (ETB is a great place that not many people frequent). Jillian also suggests being open about what you need with those around you.
While on this journey of self-discovery it is important to realize that you’re not alone.
In Susan Cain’s TED talk, “The Power of Introverts”, Cain reveals the shocking fact that approximately one third to half of the population identify as introverts. Jillian also suggests completing a Myers-Brig test. “Reading up on yourself can be a really enlightening process.” Frankly, there’s no shame in cozying up in your bed by your lonesome with your boyfriend pillow and Netflix (or as I like to call it, Netflix and no chill).
The second thing you should know is that Welcome Week as a whole actually isn’t so bad. Sure events like MacConnector and PJ Parade are intended for extroverts, but there are plenty of opportunities for introverts as well. If reps did their jobs properly, hopefully at some point in the week you had a nice quiet conversation with a rep or painted a rock or made a bracelet at the chill tent.
Full disclosure, as a Welcome Week faculty planner this year, I have my biases. On the other hand, I’m not the archetypal rep because I’m a quiet introvert. This past week my screaming was kept to a minimum and I was mostly silent in planner meetings. In the past I was worried about what people thought about me given how quiet I was, but the truth is the people who matter don’t think any less of you. They understand where you’re coming from and they know that you are engaged. While as an introvert, it is worthwhile to try to branch out and practice speaking to groups, it’s important to remember that you are simply wired to prefer one way of acting. Forcing yourself to change is as silly as trying to convince yourself that you like boiled eggplant.
On the distinction between branching out and trying too hard to change who you are, Jillian says that it “depends on your own motivations. You should know whether you are doing what you want versus what you think people want you to do.”
Just know that, as an introvert, you can still be a part of the McMaster community if you want to.
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Shamudi Gunasekera
The Silhouette
Once, when my high school philosophy class was having a discussion, one of my closest friends mentioned that he liked to play video games as a hobby and a girl in my class asked him why he wouldn’t rather go out with his friends. He didn’t reply but I felt that he didn’t like that question very much. What the girl didn’t understand was that his way of connecting with his friends was playing games with them online. Just because her idea of having fun was to go out to clubs with her friends, it didn’t mean that others had to share that same idea. Personally, I despise clubs, but I see why people would consider them to be fun.
Growing up, I never fit in.
I liked to keep to myself. In middle school, I used to read in class while my friends giggled amongst themselves. It was easy for me to drown out the sounds of people talking.
Even now, I don’t really seem to fit in anywhere. I’m tired of being made fun of by others for my taste in music and activities.
For instance, I listen to My Chemical Romance. But that doesn’t give anyone the right to make me feel inferior just because they may not like their music. The fact that they’ve stopped producing music does not matter to me at all.
They will always remain a favorite of mine, and no one can make me feel like I should have a “better’ taste in music. It’s just an example of one of the many genres of music that I listen to.
I’m scattered all over the place. A little bit of everything.
That’s what most people are.
It’s just so easy for us to throw people into a category. We go around compulsively labeling people we see. I don’t know why it’s so hard for people to understand that we are all diverse. We are all unique. We can’t be neatly fit into a stereotype.
Here’s the thing: you don’t have to do what everyone else is doing. You don’t have to read John Green. You don’t have to enjoy reading for pleasure to be considered an intelligent individual.
There’s always going to be someone who hates something you love.
So go ahead and buy that Panic! At The Disco album. Sing along to One Direction in the solitude of your room while dancing. Go to that My Chemical Romance concert - actually, you can’t because they’ve disbanded. Do things you like. Listen to bands you like. Read books you enjoy. You don’t have to pretend to be someone you’re not. You don’t have to pretend to like things that you don’t. You don’t have to adhere to anyone else’s view of what’s good or bad. It doesn’t matter what they think. Do whatever makes you happy. The best thing you can do is be yourself.
By: Ronald Leung
Sleeping positions often appear to be more of an unconscious choice of personal comfort, but novel research from Dr. Chris Idzikowski, director of the Edinburgh Sleep Centre, and Robert Phipps, a body language expert, suggests that this preference is actually a good indicator of your daytime personality.
Use this guide to decode your sleeping position to find out what it’s saying about you:
Fetal
Position: Lying curled up on one side with legs bent
Personality: Sleepers who prefer this position often show a tough exterior but are actually shy and sensitive within. They often take time to warm-up in new situations, but given the chance they’ll relax and become very sociable. They also stay organized but often over-think problems and worry excessively.
Log
Position: Sleeping on your side with legs and arms straight
Personality: People who prefer this position are often quite social, fun to hang out with, and extremely trusting. This can turn against them sometimes, because they can be prone to being gullible. However, when they are determined, this type of sleeper can be stubborn and set in their ways.
Yearner
Position: Sleeps on the side with both arms stretched in front
Personality: Often having open personalities, these sleepers are also susceptible to suspicion and cynicism. They also describe themselves as slow-decision makers and are indecisive, but will stick with their decision once they make them.
Soldier
Position: Lying on your back with both arms at your sides
Personality: People who use this potion are often disciplined and follow schedules and plans very well. They also hold high expectations not only to others, but also themselves, and can be their own worst critic at times. They tend to be reserved and quiet.
Freefall
Position: Sleeping on your stomach with the head turned to the side and arms curled up near your pillow
Personality: Sleepers who prefer this position are very open to their thoughts and feelings and can be both sociable and brash. Under the surface however they can be very sensitive and not very receptive to criticism.
Starfish
Position: Lying on your back with legs sprawled and arms up near your head
Personality: Character traits for this position often prioritize friendships but don’t enjoy being in the centre of attention. They are often willing to listen to the problems of their friends and enjoy giving assistance to others. They can be too selfless at times however, and neglect their own needs and opportunities.
