youth are awesome Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/youth-are-awesome/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 23:35:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 New Butterfly Species in Waterton National Park https://youthareawesome.com/new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park https://youthareawesome.com/new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park/#respond Tue, 08 Jul 2025 23:35:01 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117305 In April 2025, a new, geographically isolated species of butterfly, known as the Curiously Isolated Hairstreak butterfly, was identified in Waterton Lakes National Park. This butterfly species was found in a grassland area called the Blakiston Fan. Physical Characteristics:  This small butterfly has brown wings with black spots surrounded by white rings on the inside. […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park/feed/ 0 Advice from the Seven Sins: What Temptation Can Teach Us https://youthareawesome.com/advice-from-the-seven-sins-what-temptation-can-teach-us/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=advice-from-the-seven-sins-what-temptation-can-teach-us Sun, 08 Jun 2025 17:09:19 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117083 We’re often told to avoid the Seven Deadly Sins at all costs—as if simply naming them will keep us safe from their grip. Pride, Greed, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, and Sloth: these aren’t just old religious warnings—they’re timeless reflections of human nature. But instead of just treating them like red flags, maybe we can learn […]

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]]> The Curious Case of Our Obsession with Mysteries https://youthareawesome.com/the-curious-case-of-our-obsession-with-mysteries/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-curious-case-of-our-obsession-with-mysteries Sat, 31 May 2025 03:17:41 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116926 There’s nothing more thrilling than the unknown—a puzzle that begs to be solved, a secret waiting to be uncovered. But why are humans so fascinated by mysteries? Whether it’s the eerie allure of unsolved crimes, the excitement of a treasure hunt, or the mind-bending wonder of UFO sightings, we just can’t resist. 1. The Power […]

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]]> First Time Volunteering? Here’s What No One Tells You https://youthareawesome.com/first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you https://youthareawesome.com/first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 15:26:35 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116844 Volunteering is often known as a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but for those new to it, it can feel pretty intimidating. Signing up is the easy part, but actually showing up? That’s where most people feel the most anxious. My first time volunteering was nerve-wracking, but I ended up learning so much along the way. […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you/feed/ 1 How to Trick Yourself Into Thinking You’re That Girl (Even When You’re Definitely Not That Girl). https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-trick-yourself-into-thinking-youre-that-girl-even-when-youre-definitely-not-that-girl/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-trick-yourself-into-thinking-youre-that-girl-even-when-youre-definitely-not-that-girl Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:16:45 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116648 Let’s begin with a confession. I am not That Girl. You know the one. She wakes up at 5 a.m. because she wants to, not because she forgot to do her math homework. She drinks green smoothies with mysterious powders in them. She has perfect skin and perfect vibes. She journals her thoughts in gel […]

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]]> Create Your Own Lava Lamp: A Fun DIY Experiment https://youthareawesome.com/create-your-own-lava-lamp-a-fun-diy-experiment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=create-your-own-lava-lamp-a-fun-diy-experiment Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:59:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116442 Remember the mesmerizing glow and soothing motion of lava lamps? While they might feel like a retro relic from the ’70s, they’re still a favorite for creating a little magic at home. The good news? You don’t need to buy one—you can make your very own with just a few simple materials and steps! Not […]

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]]> Behind the Breakfast Table: How Cereal Boxes Are Made https://youthareawesome.com/behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made https://youthareawesome.com/behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:27:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116198 Ever wondered about the story behind the colorful cereal boxes lining supermarket shelves? These packages do more than hold your favorite breakfast—they’re a blend of science, art, and engineering. Here’s how they come to life: The Design Stage The journey starts with creativity. Designers craft eye-catching graphics, using bold colors, fun mascots, and nutritional information […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made/feed/ 1 The Fascinating World of Sleep: What Really Happens When We Snooze? https://youthareawesome.com/the-fascinating-world-of-sleep-what-really-happens-when-we-snooze/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-fascinating-world-of-sleep-what-really-happens-when-we-snooze Sat, 15 Mar 2025 19:28:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115802 Have you ever wondered what goes on in your body and mind while you’re asleep? We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, yet many of us don’t fully understand what happens during this essential part of our daily routine. Let’s dive into the mysterious and fascinating world of sleep! The Stages of Sleep […]

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]]> The Trap of Consumerism: A Boxing Day Lesson https://youthareawesome.com/the-trap-of-consumerism-a-boxing-day-lesson/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-trap-of-consumerism-a-boxing-day-lesson https://youthareawesome.com/the-trap-of-consumerism-a-boxing-day-lesson/#comments Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:12:55 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115373 I was walking with my mom at Canadian Tire on Boxing Day—everyone’s favorite day of the year because it’s filled with the best deals. We were looking for a shower caddy when something caught my eye: a three-pack of pink pans marked down to $59.99. I was convinced my mom would buy them for me, […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/the-trap-of-consumerism-a-boxing-day-lesson/feed/ 1 NewJeans vs. ADOR: The Ongoing Battle and Its Bright Future https://youthareawesome.com/newjeans-vs-ador-the-ongoing-battle-and-its-bright-future/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=newjeans-vs-ador-the-ongoing-battle-and-its-bright-future Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:35:51 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115281 The K-pop scene has been buzzing with the ongoing dispute between the popular girl group NewJeans and their former management company, ADOR, a subsidiary of HYBE. This conflict has not only captivated fans but also raised questions about the dynamics of artist management and contract disputes in the entertainment industry. The Beginning of the Conflict […]

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]]> The Case for School Uniforms: A Step Towards Equality and Focus https://youthareawesome.com/the-case-for-school-uniforms-a-step-towards-equality-and-focus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-case-for-school-uniforms-a-step-towards-equality-and-focus Fri, 31 Jan 2025 07:27:26 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114955 Does it ever feel like your kids take forever to get ready in the morning for school, only because they can’t pick what to wear? I know for a fact that my parents have felt this way before, and this led me to wonder, would I still be spending this much time getting ready for […]

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]]> Justin Trudeau Resigns: A New Chapter for Canada’s Liberal Party https://youthareawesome.com/justin-trudeau-resigns-a-new-chapter-for-canadas-liberal-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=justin-trudeau-resigns-a-new-chapter-for-canadas-liberal-party Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:05:33 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114653 In a surprising turn of events, Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party and as Prime Minister of Canada. This decision comes after months of internal pressure and declining popularity. Trudeau, who has led Canadian politics since 2015, cited internal battles and the need for a “real choice” in […]

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]]> A Conversation With Nikoo Givehchian – April Blogger of the Month! https://youthareawesome.com/conversation-nikoo-givehchian-april-blogger-month/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=conversation-nikoo-givehchian-april-blogger-month Tue, 01 May 2018 22:34:54 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=92084 The following interview is directly copied down from a conversation I had with our latest blogger of the month, Nikoo. Not only is she one of the most dedicated writers to our blog, but her casual writing style and witty remarks make her blogs an absolute treat to read. Enjoy. N – Nikoo (BoTM) A […]

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]]> Bye-Bye YAA: Lessons I Have Learned From Blogging https://youthareawesome.com/bye-bye-yaa-lessons-learned-blogging/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bye-bye-yaa-lessons-learned-blogging https://youthareawesome.com/bye-bye-yaa-lessons-learned-blogging/#comments Mon, 24 Jul 2017 16:15:40 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=87859 Goodbye, farvel, au revoir, 再见! The past couple of weeks have been one farewell after another, and after delaying this one for as a long as I can, it’s time for me to say bye-bye to this wonderful community that so readily accepted a junior high girl back in 2014 when she decided to explore her interest […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/bye-bye-yaa-lessons-learned-blogging/feed/ 1 50 Things I’ve Learned in 100 Posts on YAA https://youthareawesome.com/50-lessons-100-posts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=50-lessons-100-posts Mon, 03 Apr 2017 20:02:06 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=85608 In November 2013, I joined Youth Are Awesome and began a writing journey that I have never anticipated embarking on. I had friends from school who were bloggers here and I figured that I’d come out to a meeting and see what it was all about. Now, it’s three and a half years later and […]

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]]> Introducing YAA’s New Life Editor, Hafsah Syed https://youthareawesome.com/introducing-yaas-new-life-editor-hafsah-syed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=introducing-yaas-new-life-editor-hafsah-syed Mon, 05 Sep 2016 14:15:21 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=82611 I’m happy to have been the Life Junior Editor since last summer, but I’m even more proud to announce Youth Are Awesome’s new Life Editor who will be taking up my position. Overcoming Failure: You Can Do It! was Hafsah Syed‘s entry into YAA and since then, she has been known for her articles about self-improvement, […]

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]]> A Retrospective: My Time on Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/a-retrospective-my-time-on-youth-are-awesome/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-retrospective-my-time-on-youth-are-awesome Sun, 14 Aug 2016 20:00:35 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=82269 Why do we need writers? Because: Writing can help yourself, others around you and the world at large. That was the opening line of my first ever blog post on Youth Are Awesome – Why do we need writers?  Published on March 26, 2014, over two years ago, it marked the start of a long journey of […]

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]]> Announcing Youth Volunteer Corps Day 2016 https://youthareawesome.com/yvc-day-2016/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yvc-day-2016 Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:00:07 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=80060 Did you know that there are more than 40 Youth Volunteer Corps affiliates across the US and Canada? What about the fact that each one looks a bit different— varying in size, hosts, programs, and types of projects?  Youth Central is lucky to have thousands of volunteers, dozens of projects each week, and an online […]

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]]> The Calgary Youth Art Exhibition https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-youth-art-exhibition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-calgary-youth-art-exhibition Thu, 26 Jun 2014 18:02:24 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=59452 “Empowering youth artistic spirit through by encouraging expression, conversation and celebration.” The motto of an initiative founded in 2013 by two driven, determined and passionate high school students, the Calgary Youth Art Exhibition is ready to become an integral part in helping young artists develop, as well as find a platform for their work. Truly […]

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]]> Volunteering: What’s your intention? https://youthareawesome.com/volunteering-whats-your-intention/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=volunteering-whats-your-intention Fri, 29 Nov 2013 14:59:31 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=52571 Volunteering opens up our mind to new ideas and concepts, and develops new skills. You are able to interact and cooperate with different people, and create bonds. Volunteering allows you to gain experience, which you can use in real life situations. In some cases, it’s the joy of nurturing and supporting the elders, or teaching […]

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]]> 10 reasons why you should join Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/why-youth-should-write-and-join-youth-are-awesome/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-youth-should-write-and-join-youth-are-awesome Tue, 19 Nov 2013 15:26:48 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=49749 It is a boundless world. Many visualized it as channels and interconnections between sender and receiver – information anxiously speeding along police-free highways to their destination. I’ve always seen it as an ocean, though, where waves lapped at the shore in the fog and sparkled at sunset. Millions and millions of individuals like ourselves trapped […]

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]]> A new Canadian online magazine representing youth everywhere https://youthareawesome.com/a-new-canadian-online-magazine-representing-youth-everywhere/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-new-canadian-online-magazine-representing-youth-everywhere Tue, 01 Oct 2013 15:15:15 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=50107 A post about another online magazine on a (basically) online magazine? Blasphemous! But that is exactly what it is: we are talking about the one and only Canadian youth-run online magazine, The Young Wanderer. As taken straight from the site, here is what TYW is in a nutshell: “The Young Wanderer is a student-led online magazine […]

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]]> Xtreme Action Poverty Destroyers launch Youth > Poverty https://youthareawesome.com/youth-are-greater-than-poverty/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=youth-are-greater-than-poverty https://youthareawesome.com/youth-are-greater-than-poverty/#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:46:03 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=41270 Man, we have lots of forces battling against Poverty right now. Remember the Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness that I mentioned in both the Security or Poverty and Hunger Dinner articles? Did you read Sheliza’s poem on homelessness? What about Lily’s take on Seniors in Poverty? Okay, I know that’s a bit much of a […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/youth-are-greater-than-poverty/feed/ 1 What are YOU doing for Youth Week? https://youthareawesome.com/youth-week/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=youth-week Fri, 29 Mar 2013 17:30:47 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=41079 As you may (or may not) know, Youth Week in Calgary is approaching!!! April 20th to 27th is Calgary’s Youth Week for 2013! Many of you have probably heard about it already. Others may be wondering what the heck I’m talking about. Youth Week is an initiative to get youth involved and engagement in the […]

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]]> Get out of this World with Jason Neulander, creator of Intergalatic Nemesis https://youthareawesome.com/world-jason-neulander-creator-intergalatic-nemesis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=world-jason-neulander-creator-intergalatic-nemesis Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:46:49 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=41015 Ladies and gentlemen, we interrupt our program of youth dance music to bring you a special bulletin from YouthareAwesome. Molly Sloan, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, research assistant Timmy Menedez and librarian Ben Wilcott reports observing….Zygonians?! The year is 1933. Reporter Molly Sloan, research assistant Timmy Menedez and librarian Ben Wilcott are hot on the chase on […]

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]]> 5 Reasons You Should Blog https://youthareawesome.com/5-reasons-blog/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-reasons-blog https://youthareawesome.com/5-reasons-blog/#comments Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:43:47 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=35500 After approximately 2 years, Youth Are Awesome has finally hit the 2600 post mark! And you’re probably wondering why I didn’t tell you about this when we passed a nicer number like 2500, right? Well, I don’t like to be conventional…plus it is way more fun to surprise you guys with a random number! Hurray, […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/5-reasons-blog/feed/ 1 Photo of the Day: Penguin Hug https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-hug/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=photo-day-penguin-hug https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-hug/#comments Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:21:06 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=30881 During my trip to the zoo, this is a capture I made of these couple of cuties. Has anyone seen a better display of penguin love at first sight?

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-hug/feed/ 2 100 posts with Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/100-posts-youth-awesome/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=100-posts-youth-awesome https://youthareawesome.com/100-posts-youth-awesome/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:05:11 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=27703 It’s one small step for Youth Are Awesome and one giant leap for a youth blogger- I’m the first Youth Are Awesome blogger to reach one hundred blogs! Yay! Youth Are Awesome has opened unimaginable opportunities in my life and experience what a vibrant and wonderful city Calgary is. I believe it was just last […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/100-posts-youth-awesome/feed/ 2 Another milestone for Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/milestone-youth-awesome/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=milestone-youth-awesome Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:08:46 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=26613 Was it just me, or did 2011 seem like it lacked holiday spirit? Maybe it was the snow, maybe it was people being too busy… but either way, I loved 2011. A lot of things happened around the year, but most of all it was the end of my Grade 12 year and the start […]

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]]> 2,000 posts on Youth Are Awesome: A commitment to awesome https://youthareawesome.com/2000-posts-youth-awesome-commitment-awesome/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2000-posts-youth-awesome-commitment-awesome Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:37:16 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=26370 Over the last several months, I've seen YAA grow tremendously, and now, I can look back at 2,000 (!!!) posts on virtually any topic imaginable - the arts, news, philosophy, photography, religion, school, science, technology, random stuff; you name it.

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