Why do I feel the constant need to be sad?
Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and ask about this, that is a great question. Sadness is normal for all of us to…
Zoom activities to stay connected with friends and family during the pandemic
Author: Andrew We have all been coping with the ramifications of the ongoing pandemic for nearly a year now. With the health measures in place to protect both ourselves and…
Coping with failure
Author: Isha What is failure? How did you deal with a bad grade on a test or not making the sports team you tried out for? Dealing with setbacks is…
Try our Virtual Escape Room!
We are very excited to announce the launch of our Virtual Escape Room! Learn about ConnecTeen in a fun, interactive way. Room #1 - Youth in Crisis: You're sitting at…
Learning to take a break
Author: Heena We’re well into January now, and for many students it is peak school-season. Between tests, assignments, work and personal life, it seems like there aren't enough hours in…
Becoming your own best friend
Author: Heena “We have to learn to be our own best friends because we fall too easily into the trap of being our own worst enemies.” - Roderick Thorp There's…
A note on navigating social media activism
Author: August Clarke One of the things that was most noticeable to me following the start of lockdown in the spring was the rise in activism on social media. #BlackoutTuesday…
Dealing with anxiety
Author: Andrea Anxiety is a normal human feeling that all of us experience at certain points during our lives. Whether it is due to a big exam coming up, an…
5 positives from the COVID-19 pandemic
Author: Isha The COVID-19 pandemic has made 2020 a very challenging year for most of us. And it is completely valid if your feelings about this year have been largely…
Let’s Talk About TikTok
Author: August Clarke TikTok has gradually been taking the world by storm. It’s nearly impossible to deny the addictive nature of the app. (I, too, have found myself scrolling for…
