Stirring the Stress Away: Cooking as College Self-Care

Hello! I’m Fiona, I’m a senior at the University of Oregon, majoring in Public Relations with a minor in Political Science. As part of my coursework, I created this blog not only to fulfill an assignment but to share something that’s deeply important to me: how cooking can become a powerful form of self-care—especially during the whirlwind that is college life.

Cooking has always been my go-to outlet. After a long day of classes, deadlines, and campus chaos, stepping into the kitchen helps me decompress and reconnect with myself. But let’s be honest—being a college student comes with tight schedules, tighter budgets, and not-so-healthy dining hall options. That’s where this blog comes in.

Why This Blog?

Living on a college schedule can make life feel like a blur: rushing to class, pulling late-night study sessions, and surviving on coffee and questionable microwave meals. In that chaos, cooking might seem like just another task—but I promise, it doesn’t have to be. Cooking can be grounding, nourishing, and surprisingly therapeutic. Think of it as edible self-care.

Throughout my four years on campus, I’ve had to navigate how to fuel my body without draining my bank account. I’ve figured out some tricks, found some go-to meals, and realized that even the simplest recipes can make a big difference in how you feel—mentally and physically.

What You’ll Find Here

•  Budget-Friendly Recipes
  
•  Quick, No-Stress Meals for Busy Days
  
•  My Favorite Personal Recipes
  
•  Tips for Smarter, Cheaper Grocery Shopping
  
•  How Cooking Helps You Reset
  

Whether you’re craving comfort food, trying to eat cleaner, or just want to learn how to cook something other than ramen, this blog is for you. No pressure, no perfection—just a space to explore cooking as a way to take care of yourself.

So, whether it’s a five-minute quesadilla, breakfast for dinner, or your first-ever homemade steak—make something that’s just for you. Because cooking isn’t just about eating. It’s about caring, creating, and giving yourself what you need.

Let’s stir the stress away, one meal at a time. You’ve got this.