Author: A.C. Brooke
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Past the Patch: The Business of Second Chances
The Business of Second Chances SPOTLIGHTING EMMANUEL “MANNY” PINEDA “It’s never too late to change your life.” To claim EMS is in the business of second chances would be an understatement. But while the first thought that comes to mind upon hearing that may be pictures of patients clinging to life, many of those on…
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Finally A College Grad!
Glad to be a grad!! 📚🎓🍎 Where did the time go? Last night, I graduated Millersville University as Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Media Arts Production and a minor in Graphic Communication Technology. To my fellow graduates: On top of navigating the challenges of college and the transition into adulthood,…
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Last Day of School!
Last day as a college student…what a way to go out! Lovely day spent with lovely people. Hard to believe it’s already over
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Big Month!
Officially two weeks out till graduation. NCUR last week, new job this upcoming week, and finals the following week. It’s a busy, beautiful spring! Thanks Kristina for these lovely pictures 🙂 I always wanted grad photo for my high school graduation, but never got them. Nice to have them for college.
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Paper Birds: A Thank You
I’ll definitely have more to say regarding Paper Birds and NCUR because there’s just so much to cover, but firstly, I wanted to dedicate a post to everyone who’s made this project—and this showcasing opportunity—possible: I’d like to start by thanking my friends and family. I couldn’t have asked for a better support system, and…
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New Excerpt From the Film: Introducing Dr. Sizer
A quick clip from the film introducing Dr. Sizer. Really love this segment, along with the soundtrack which I’ll list below. Audio still needs some fine tuning, bear with me. Next week, I’ll be flying out to Wisconsin to present the first 15 minutes of Paper Birds. Thanks for all of your support thus far.…
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7 Grounding Techniques You Can Do Right Now to Feel More Present
Dissociation can be highly distressing. You should know that while feeling numb and disconnected may be unpleasant, dissociation is extremely common and treatable. Here are 7 grounding techniques you can do yourself to feel more present.
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New Paper Birds Playlist: Mental Health Shorts
Dissociation: A Brief Look 🧠 For whatever reason, I just didn’t really feel like editing Paper Birds yesterday so I decided to work on the project in another way. I threw together this short video late last night in Canva, and I think I’ll probably do a few more on various facets of mental health/trauma.…
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Slices of Life: College Kids
Slices of Life: College Kids Spent yesterday evening taking pictures with friends after class. It was nice getting to do something creative just for fun again—it’s been awhile!
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Photographing Mattel’s Paramedic Barbie for 1stRCF
In hopes of highlighting the heroes of the Pandemic, in conjunction with releasing six dolls inspired by real frontline workers, Mattel also created a nurse, doctor and paramedic Barbie for their “Play it Forward” campaign. For each doll sold at Target, Mattel donated $5 to the First Responders Children’s Foundation (1stRCF). During my internship (2021),…
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