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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Love and friendships: A balancing act

Love and friendships: A balancing act

Sophia Xepoleas // April 6, 2015
Maintaining balance while in a relationship can be tricky, but making the effort to keep your friends close is crucial for overall happiness.
Illustration by Miles Huffman

Soul mates? More like soul fakes

William Rein // March 29, 2015
The pursuit of soul mates can be misleading and even irrational.
Illustration by Darian Maroney

Don’t shy away from asking parents for help

Daisy Dardon // March 24, 2015
Being able to talk to my parents openly about everything has made my life a lot easier.
Illustration by Miles Huffman

Recognize and remove obstacles to effective listening

William Rein // March 20, 2015
Developing skills to become a good listener can save a lot of pain and encourage healthier relationships.
Illustration by Darian Maroney

The awkward ambiguity of friendship

Allison Galbreath // March 1, 2015
How does someone go about ending a friendship that doesn't work anymore?
Illustration by Miles Huffman

Why nice guys actually finish last

Allison Galbreath // March 1, 2015
There are reasons why nice guys finish last. It’s because they’re not nice.
Illustration by Trevor Moore

Blood is still thicker than water

Joseph Rogers // February 21, 2015
Family is important, no matter how much they irritate.
Illustration by Darian Maroney

Stop the stigma surrounding staying single

Allison Galbreath // February 8, 2015
Being without a significant other is not an ailment or condition that needs to be fixed. It can actually be a good thing.
Illustration by Hayden Senter

Vibrators: boyfriend’s friend or foe?

Dylan Dewit // January 25, 2015
Sex toys are no reason for feelings of anxiety or self-doubt in a relationship. In fact, they can come to be a valued teammate in a pinch.
Illustration by Miles Huffman

In relationships, there is nothing more important than support

Dylan Dewit // January 23, 2015
This last weekend, I took a trip to Portland. And even though I didn’t see one bit of the city, I’ve never had a more fulfilling trip.
TJ Carter Photo credit: Annie Paige

The upside of anger: makeup sex

Tj Carter // December 17, 2014
After a heated debate with your partner, the sex sizzles.
Veronica De La Cruz

Tinder doesn’t bring true love

Veronica De La Cruz // November 25, 2014
Dating apps can lead to happy endings, but not the kind that last.
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