PASSIONS

In Passions, we celebrate the diversity of the female experience with pieces for every passion – from gaming to fashion, activism to music. Ribbon’s readers are as unique as they come, and we’re here to embrace every colorful thread of their journey!

Taleigha Harrell Taleigha Harrell

What Thanksgiving Means to Me

Thanksgiving is a heartwarming reminder to savor gratitude, connection, and the little joys that make life special.

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Maddie Lindell Maddie Lindell

Why is it So Hard to Clean My Room

If my room is truly an extension of me, why does it always feel like it’s in constant disarray? A place that should be my safe and cozy escape feels more like a constant reminder that I’m struggling to keep everything in balance.

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Maddie Lindell Maddie Lindell

Midterms are Here!

 You can almost hear the collective groans of students everywhere as we prepare to dive into the abyss of exams, papers, and the ever-looming dread of the GPA.


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Maddie Lindell Maddie Lindell

How Gracie Abrams's New Songs Led Me to Deeper Self-Refection

Abrams has taught me a lot about what it means to be a woman in a relationship that doesn’t meet her standards while still holding on. Most importantly, she’s shown me to be a woman who no longer settles for less just for the sake of holding someone’s hand.


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Maddie Lindell Maddie Lindell

Too Busy to Be Sick: A Wake-Up Call from My Body

 Somewhere along the way, taking care of myself got buried under meetings, deadlines, and goals. I push so hard to move forward that I never pause to just be still, to take care of the one person who’s doing all this hard work: me.

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Taleigha Harrell Taleigha Harrell

The Power of Pink

Pink is more than just a color—it's a bold statement of confidence, femininity, and unapologetic strength!


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Maddie Lindell Maddie Lindell

Emma Chamberlain: The Unfiltered Muse of a Generation

Beyond her YouTube beginnings, Chamberlain has redefined what it means to be stylish in today’s world. She’s proven that fashion doesn’t have to be about exclusivity or luxury labels—it’s about confidence, creativity, and authenticity.


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Maddie Lindell Maddie Lindell

I Should Have Been a Cowgirl

So yes, I should have been a cowgirl. I should have learned to rope and ride, but most importantly I should have held onto the things that made me unique.

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