In high school, blending into the crowd can seem like the most important thing of all. But as we grow up, true fashionistas know they have to create a style that is uniquely theirs. While most of us will always have a special place in our hearts for cheap chic establishments like Forever 21 and H&M, at one point or another, we start craving a little individuality and novelty in our clothing.

You’re up, you’re down, you’re on an emotional roller coaster for no good reason at all. The usual suspect? It’s that time of that month again, and you’ve gotten your period. There’s no question that PMS, otherwise known as pre-menstrual syndrome, can affect a girl’s mood, but being on your period can also affect your body’s health. Iron and calcium become particularly important for females during their menstrual cycle—not only are they nutrients your body generally needs, but they can also help relieve symptoms and replace the iron lost during …

In light of our fall issue’s pioneer theme, we hope that you’re feeling inspired to blaze your own career trail. Whether your true love is in business, music, film or giving back to the community, pioneering your own path doesn’t have to feel daunting. We’ve broken down the steps so you can get started on anything from passing a neighborhood law to starting your own company.

Everyone can be a blogger these days, but how many of us can claim the attention of President Obama? What started out as an online space for 33-year-old Phil Yu to vent has now gained nationwide recognition in the form of Angry Asian Man, a website that dedicates itself solely to Asian American issues. Assertive and sometimes aggressive, Yu makes it clear that Asian Americans are a growing community that deserves to have a voice and be heard. Though he’s celebrating Angry Asian Man’s tenth anniversary this year, Yu is just getting started.

Joseph Vincent is exhausted. But if there’s anyone who deserves a break, it’s him. In just a few short years, Vincent has grown from receiving his first guitar at the age of fifteen and posting simple covers on YouTube to recently completing an exhilarating tour throughout Australia—which is why he was catching up on some much needed rest at home in Southern California when Mochi spoke with him.