“Anxiety’s like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it doesn’t get you very far”- Jodi Picoult Most people will remember a girl or boy in their primary school class who played with their own hair. Usually, while writing or focusing hard on a task. Other kids may have sucked their thumbs, […]
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In 2026, being a teenager is not easy. Not that it ever has been easy to be a teen but, in this period of social media saturation, as well as questionable algorithms pushing inappropriate content, it can be hard for teens to get an idea of what is and what is not “normal.” When it
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“If every 8-year-old in the world is taught meditation, we will eliminate violence from the world within one generation.” — Dalai Lama Many people are familiar with mindfulness apps that can be downloaded to either a phone or a computer. In 2025, a study by Creswell found that as many as 300 million people downloaded
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A look at toxic masculinity and its impact in boys “Men are not designed to be comfortable. They want to achieve. They want to feel pain and suffering. They want to conquer something.” Andrew Tate Most people in 2025 have heard the phrase “toxic masculinity.” In simple terms, it is a characterised by the growing
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Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Conversations in Different Cultures Mental health is a universal issue that affects individuals from various cultures and backgrounds. However, the perception and discussion surrounding mental health can differ significantly across different societies. Exploring these cultural variations is crucial in addressing the stigma associated with mental health, and promoting open conversations.
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