What Makes Sofia Alive?

On Exeter's streets, chance encounters often spark heartfelt conversations about connection, personal growth, and spreading positivity. In this feature, we speak with Sofia about her relationships, college life, and what makes her feel truly alive.

For Sofia, vitality is found in spending quality time with the people who matter most:

"I'd say my boyfriend, my friends & my family... just spending time with them."

Reflecting on her journey, Sofia shares how moving past academic hurdles and connecting with friends at college helped transform her perspective:

"I'd say exam pressure... I was never really good in secondary school with like GCSEs & stuff like that... and I think college really brought me out of my shell... it's just so great to see people's different stories, and everyone coming together like a community."

Closing our conversation, Sofia shares a meaningful message for the world:

"I'd say be kind. Smile at a stranger, talk to anyone... There's so much negativity in the world and we just need more positivity in life."