Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia, Author at Study Breaks

In an article about Gen Z, three people with different outfits stand in different poses.

Aesthetic Overload: How Gen Z Builds Characters, Not Outfits

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Internet culture dominates every aspect of modern life for the newest generation, especially in the world of fashion.…

June 8, 2022

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5 Bad Habits of Perfectionists and How To Manage Them

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Striving for perfection can be motivating, but it must be balanced with rest and compassion.…

May 26, 2022

‘Heartstopper’ Is the Queer Representation I Needed When I Was Younger

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The new Netflix series has heart and angst in equal measure and is a must-see this summer.…

May 16, 2022

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Arts Degrees Are Underrated and Underappreciated

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

No other major will help you learn to see the world differently and give you soft skills like an arts degree will.…

May 11, 2022

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How ‘Bridgerton’ Season 2 Caters to the Female Gaze

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The second season of the beloved historical drama was deliberately shot to cater to female fans, and its cult following suggests this has paid off.…

May 4, 2022

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Start Your Day Off Right With Morning Pages

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

In a time of constant connection and social media, this practice offers a simple solution to bring creative and mental clarity.…

April 25, 2022

5 Types of Journals for Self-Improvement This Spring

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Keeping a journal can bring out the best in you. No matter how busy your schedule is, there is a journaling system that’s bound to work for you.…

April 19, 2022

Why You Should Start Using Pinterest To Manifest Every Year

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Living the life you want is at the reach of your fingertips — all you have to do is visualize it.…

April 13, 2022

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And They Were Roommates: ‘The Duchess’ and Queer Erasure

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The story of Georgiana Cavendish includes her love for Bess, yet filmmakers decided to leave it out — why?…

April 4, 2022

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What I Wish I Knew in My First Year of Law School

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The overall process might seem daunting, but here are a few things you can do that will help put you ahead of the long race.…

March 31, 2022

The Power of Spotify and Associative Memory

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The streaming platform does way more than just supply music for its listeners — it lets users curate playlists that can evoke moments from the past.…

March 23, 2022

Drew and Deison Afualo of Two Idiot Girls

If You Grew Up Without Sisters, ‘Two Idiot Girls’ is the Podcast For You

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

TikTok star Drew Afualo and her sister Deison bring both humor and heart to their new podcast.…

March 16, 2022

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‘Violating Community Guidelines’ Is the Perfect Podcast for Extremely Online People

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Listen along as co-hosts Brittany Broski and Sarah Schauer delve into topics from Facebook Marketplace to conspiracy theories on their new podcast.…

March 9, 2022

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Everything You Need To Know About Katie Cotugno Ahead of Her Adult Fiction Debut

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

With seven novels under her belt, this notable feminist author has cracked the YA genre — and she’s taking on adult fiction next.…

March 1, 2022

‘Euphoria’ Makeup Artist Donni Davy Proves She Can Bring It Again in Season 2

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The subtle designs of the artist play a huge part in the popular HBO show's aesthetic — and have subsequently influenced the aesthetic of Gen Z as well.…

February 22, 2022

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Weekly Resolutions Will Help the Yearly Ones Stick

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

The tradition of having and keeping a New Year's resolution year-long can be overwhelming, which is why setting weekly goals might be a better option.…

February 13, 2022

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University of Queensland, Australia
Law/Arts (Extended Major in Writing)

Aesthetic Overload: How Gen Z Builds Characters, Not Outfits

5 Bad Habits of Perfectionists and How To Manage Them

‘Heartstopper’ Is the Queer Representation I Needed When I Was Younger

Arts Degrees Are Underrated and Underappreciated

How ‘Bridgerton’ Season 2 Caters to the Female Gaze

Start Your Day Off Right With Morning Pages

5 Types of Journals for Self-Improvement This Spring

Why You Should Start Using Pinterest To Manifest Every Year

And They Were Roommates: ‘The Duchess’ and Queer Erasure

What I Wish I Knew in My First Year of Law School

The Power of Spotify and Associative Memory

If You Grew Up Without Sisters, ‘Two Idiot Girls’ is the Podcast For You

‘Violating Community Guidelines’ Is the Perfect Podcast for Extremely Online People

Everything You Need To Know About Katie Cotugno Ahead of Her Adult Fiction Debut

‘Euphoria’ Makeup Artist Donni Davy Proves She Can Bring It Again in Season 2

Weekly Resolutions Will Help the Yearly Ones Stick

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University of Queensland, Australia Law/Arts (Extended Major in Writing)

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