By Ashlee Dodd
Mostly, with the free time I have outside of online classes, I spend it writing, drawing, and listening to music. I’d say all three of these hobbies connect to who I am through my creative skills and showcase a little bit of my personality.
I engage in creative endeavors, including crafting short stories featuring both fictional characters and my own original creations. I enjoy listening to music from artists like Amira Elfeky, Billie Eilish, and Ellise. Whenever I find some personal time, I sketch my characters, either on paper or digitally, for reference and practice.
In pursuit of balance, I organize a timetable for each class and hobby based on the day of the week, reminding myself that my focus does not need to be solely on academic responsibilities. It is essential to incorporate some leisure and creative activities to engage in for a time period before transitioning into adulthood.
