By Leola Motley, Introduction: What is Self-Esteem? Self-esteem is the way you think and feel about yourself — your confidence, self-worth, and belief in your abilities. It shapes how you interact with others, handle challenges, and make decisions. For teens, this is a time of discovery and transformation. As you navigate school, friendships, family, and…
Let’s be real, being a teen can feel like navigating a minefield. One minute you’re scrolling through perfect-looking lives online, the next you’re facing a tough choice with your friends, or worse, dealing with someone trying to bring you down. Self-doubt, bullying, and peer pressure are super common, but they don’t have to control your…
Superpower Your Mood: Ready to Take Control? Hey, future superheroes! Ever feel like your brain is a runaway train, or like you’ve got a grumpy monster roaring inside when things don’t go your way? What about that jittery, butterfly-in-your-stomach feeling when something big is coming up? Guess what? Those are totally normal! Everyone, even grown-ups,…
Figuring Out Your Path! Let’s be real thinking about the future can feel overwhelming. School, grades, college decisions, career choices—it’s a lot! But here’s the truth: your future isn’t set in stone, and you have the power to shape it. Academic success isn’t just about getting straight A’s—it’s about learning skills, building habits, and discovering…
Hey, YOU — yes, you with the big ideas and the “maybe someday” dreams. Let’s be real for a second. You’ve probably been asked a million times: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” And if you’re like most teens, your answer changes every other week… or you just kinda shrug and…
What Does It Mean to Love Yourself? Self-love isn’t just about hyping yourself up in front of the mirror or posting a confident selfie—it’s about accepting yourself completely, flaws and all. It means knowing your worth, setting boundaries, and realizing you don’t need validation from others to feel good about who you are. Here’s the…
Level Up Your Squad: The Ultimate Guide to Next-Gen Communication Let’s be real, in the digital age, we’re all about being “connected.” Your social feeds are blowing up, texts are flying, and game chats are constant. But are you connecting? Real talk: true communication goes way beyond likes and emojis. It’s about getting each other,…