How do i deal with being taken advantaged of or feeling underappreciated?
Hey there, If you feel like you're being taken advantage of or are feeling underappreciated it could be helpful to talk to the person who is making you feel that…
Letting Go of Old Friends
Author: August Clarke Drifting away from someone you have known for a long time can be really difficult, but sometimes it is the best thing we can do for our…
The Key to Expanding Your Social Circle
Author: August Clarke Are you finding yourself alone on Saturday nights? Uncomfortable in a new environment of unfamiliar faces? Or simply looking for some new company to liven up your…
I have lots of friends telling me that they are depressed and/or are cutting. Aside from giving them the ConnecTeen numbers, how can I help them?
It's honestly really great that you're able to support your friends in that way by giving them our number. Not everyone may know about our services or feel comfortable speaking…
Real friends never leave you, even if you grow apart
Author: Yi-Nuo Recently, I had a chat with one of my really close junior high friends who I’d grown apart from during this first year of high school. Upon entering…
How do I cut toxic people out of my life without causing drama
It's definitely really stressful to have people in our life that we feel are being toxic towards us but we can't really end our relationship with them. Especially if we've…
I recently arrived in Canada and am feeling lonely. Where can I go to make friends here?
I want to you to know that you are doing an amazing job reaching out to us. Base on your email, your English skill is pretty good. It is definitely…
A Shy Person’s Guide to Navigating the Social World
Author: August Clarke For many teens, including myself, approaching a new social environment is an anxiety-inducing activity. Often, shyness is not something that makes sense to those who experience it.…
How to talk about suicide
Suicide is a serious problem in our world today, especially for youth. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, suicide is the second leading cause of death for Canadians ages…
What are some strategies that I can use when I need to explain to someone what i need help with?
Opening up about your struggles can seem like a very daunting task. You might feel like you need the other person to understand your situation and what you’re going through…
