Diary of a Gen Z Student: Don't be misled by sea swimmers, retreat to the living room

Sure, you’ll feel great after the swim, but that just your body’s way of thanking you for putting a stop to the pain.

Jane Cowan: "If you’re looking to try out this uncouth lifestyle, I am well-versed. And seeing as it’s the season of giving, I’ll give you a few tips."
Picture: Barry Cronin.

I have one great shame that haunts me at Christmas time. I’m not proud of it, but I am allergic to Christmas trees. And not in the runny nose kind of way. 

My body will threaten total collapse if I am placed in an enclosed space with a Noble Fir kind of way. I know, I know. If this were a survival of the fittest situation, I’d be the first to go.