Tips to Eliminate stress
Senior year stress is getting to you? Or maybe life just kinda sucks right now... Read this blog post for some tips and tricks that help with stress management.
Teens and Social Media
Feel like social media may be getting the best of you? Check out this blog post for statistics and suggestions for a healthier relationship with your phone!
Nature Therapy: How the Great Outdoors Can Improve Your Mental Health
Being in nature has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. The sights, sounds, and smells of the natural world can have a calming effect on your mind and body, helping you to feel more relaxed and grounded. Whether you’re taking a walk in the park, hiking in the woods, or simply sitting by a river, the great outdoors offers a refreshing escape from the pressures of everyday life.
The Power of Connection: Building Healthy Relationships for Mental Health
Mindfulness involves paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without judgment. This practice can help you become more aware of your emotional state and develop greater self-compassion. By observing your thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them, you can reduce the impact of negative emotions and improve your overall sense of well-being.
The Role of Exercise in Mental Health: Moving Your Body to Heal Your Mind
When you exercise, your body releases endorphins, which are chemicals that boost your mood and reduce feelings of pain. This natural "high" can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, providing a sense of relief and well-being.
The Power of Journaling: Finding Clarity in a Chaotic World
When you journal, you’re giving yourself a space to reflect on your day, spot patterns in your feelings, and understand what’s really going on in your mind. This can be incredibly empowering, allowing you to handle stress and anxiety more effectively.
Aristotle’s Path to Eudaimonia: Achieving Flourishing and Fulfillment in Adolescence
Aristotle believed that good habits and virtues are the foundation of a good life. He said, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” This means that practicing positive behaviors like honesty, kindness, and perseverance every day can help you develop a strong character. Start with small goals and build from there—every step counts towards a better you.
Epicurean Insights: Finding Joy and Friendship in the Teenage Years
Being a teen is all about discovering who you are and what makes you happy. Epicurean philosophy, from the teachings of Epicurus, is all about enjoying simple pleasures, building strong friendships, and avoiding unnecessary stress. Let’s explore how these ideas can help you find joy and fulfillment.
Stoic Wisdom for Modern Teens: Coping with Stress and Anxiety
Life as a teenager today is full of challenges, from school stress to social media pressures. But what if ancient wisdom could help you navigate these ups and downs? Enter the Stoics—Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius—whose advice on handling life's curveballs is still super relevant. Let’s dive into how their teachings can help you manage stress and find inner peace.
My favorite gratitude practice
If you are looking for a creative and fun way to organize your thoughts, take a few minutes to review this simple gratitude practice!
Breaking the Cycle: My Journey to Tackle Teen Stress
It's a journey, a constant balancing act. But by acknowledging its presence and finding healthy ways to cope, we chip away at its grip on our lives.
A List Of Things That Have Helped Me Calm Down
Whether it’s painting, playing music, or writing, engaging in a creative activity can be a great way to channel your emotions in a positive way.
Why Kindness Means Everything And Costs Nothing
Kindness is a powerful force that can transform our relationships, communities, and the world at large. By practicing kindness in our daily lives, we can create a more compassionate and caring world, one small act at a time. Remember that kindness costs nothing, but it can mean everything to the people around us.
Wellness Apps To Help You Be Your Best Self
Wellness apps can be a helpful tool for teens who are looking to improve their overall well-being. By choosing reputable apps and using them consistently and in conjunction with other forms of support, you can take control and resources.
Eliminating Food Guilt
The beauty in not labeling food is that it eliminates any shame and guilt you may have once had after eating something, and instead of beating yourself up about it, you can move on with your life. It is important to look at the ingredients in food and what impact they will have on your body.
My Version Of Happiness
Those nine phrases and forty-four letters, which were so brief and meaningless last summer, penetrated deeply in that moment. I understood exactly what Bob Marley was trying to say because I had once felt that way.
Chasing College Acceptances. Driven By Parents Or Teens?
We are our own individuals, with our own strengths and interests, and it’s important for us to pursue what makes us happy, rather than what others think is best for us.
How To “Go Beyond” For Yourself And Others.
“Going beyond” with compassion is about approaching life with kindness, empathy, caring, self-love, warmth, curiosity and openness.