stress Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/stress/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:21:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 High School Advice https://youthareawesome.com/high-school-advice/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=high-school-advice https://youthareawesome.com/high-school-advice/#respond Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:04:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117317 As part of being a 2025 high school graduate, my 3 years of high school (in Alberta) has come to end. For me, these past 3 years were filled with incredible friends; melodramatic interactions and academic stress; and  heartwarming and heartbreaking memories. Whenever high school is mentioned, one of the most common descriptions about it […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/high-school-advice/feed/ 0 Burnout in Teens: Definition, Causes, Prevention, and Cures https://youthareawesome.com/burnout-in-teens-definition-causes-prevention-and-cures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=burnout-in-teens-definition-causes-prevention-and-cures Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:36:58 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116533 Balancing grades, extracurriculars, and more isn’t easy, and this has been a significant reason for the increase in burnout in teens. Understanding burnout, its symptoms, causes, prevention strategies, and cures, can help improve mental and physical health and prevent burnout. What is Burnout In Teens? Burnout occurs when a person experiences emotional, physical, and mental […]

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]]> What Do Dreams About Being Chased Really Mean? https://youthareawesome.com/what-do-dreams-about-being-chased-really-mean/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-do-dreams-about-being-chased-really-mean Fri, 21 Feb 2025 23:13:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115575 Have you ever had that dream where you’re running away from something or someone, and no matter how fast you go, you can’t escape? Being chased is one of the most common and terrifying dreams, often leaving people awake with hearts racing. But what exactly do dreams about being chased signify? Are they a reflection […]

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]]> January Mental Health Tips from the Mayor’s Youth Council https://youthareawesome.com/january-mental-health-tips-from-the-mayors-youth-council/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=january-mental-health-tips-from-the-mayors-youth-council Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:45:46 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114783 Introducing the Mayor’s Youth Council Health and Well-Being Column! Each month, we’ll share fun, relevant, easy-to-follow mental health tips through the Youth Central newsletter, giving you the tools and support to prioritize your well-being with new topics and advice every month! Your Guide for the 2025 Exam Season! Wait.. What Even is Exam Stress? Exam […]

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]]> The Benefits Behind Mindfulness Meditation https://youthareawesome.com/the-benefits-behind-mindfulness-meditation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-benefits-behind-mindfulness-meditation Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:39:10 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112734 What is mindfulness meditation? Mindfulness meditation is the practice of non-judgemental and intentional awareness. It is also called satipatthana, which means “to keep your attention inside”. The goal of mindfulness meditation is about training your attention and concentrating and retaining positive emotions. Mindfulness meditation consists of two parts—attention and acceptance. Attention is about focusing on […]

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]]> Overcoming Nervousness: Four Different Breathing Techniques to Calm You Down https://youthareawesome.com/overcoming-nervousness-four-different-breathing-techniques-to-calm-you-down/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=overcoming-nervousness-four-different-breathing-techniques-to-calm-you-down Thu, 23 May 2024 02:29:46 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112538                                                        Introduction: Breathing techniques play a crucial role in helping one overcome nervousness because it regulates the body’s response to stress. When people are nervous, their heart rate begins […]

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]]> PAWS for Thought: Science Behind the Mental Health Benefits of Pet Ownership https://youthareawesome.com/paws-for-thought-science-behind-the-mental-health-benefits-of-pet-ownership/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paws-for-thought-science-behind-the-mental-health-benefits-of-pet-ownership Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:56:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111392 As a dog owner, I am very grateful for the unconditional love that my dog provides me and that, sometimes, it emotionally helps me by decreasing my stress and sadness. However, is it scientifically supported that pets offer mental health benefits? In the past decade, NIH partnered with Mars Corporation’s WALTHAM Centre for Pet Nutrition, […]

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]]> The Five Main Sources of Stress Amongst Youth https://youthareawesome.com/the-five-main-sources-of-stress/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-five-main-sources-of-stress Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:17:12 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=109983   In our lives, the feeling of stress is not a strange feeling; it is a familiar feeling that we face in the countless amount of situations that we have to go through. Stress can come to us unexpectedly, and sometimes it may even get us startled. After all, Segal et al. (2023) highlighted that: […]

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]]> Mental Health Check-In https://youthareawesome.com/mental-health-check-in/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mental-health-check-in Tue, 01 Mar 2022 06:25:44 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=106778 Can you believe it’s already almost March? From starting the second semester to major changes in our social environment, it seems like the last two months have just flown by. It is not surprising that many people are dealing with an abundance of emotions such as stress, anxiety, and burnout. However, it is important to […]

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]]> Dealing with Society https://youthareawesome.com/dealing-with-society/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dealing-with-society Sat, 26 Feb 2022 19:23:17 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=106960 As Covid increased mental health problems. I, like many others, deal with everyday troubles, as well as long term troubles, of society. Troubles such as a conflict with a friend/classmate, or less complex troubles such as picking what to wear that day. So here are a couple of ways I learned to minimized the stress. […]

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]]> Tips for University Applications https://youthareawesome.com/tips-for-university-applications/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tips-for-university-applications Fri, 29 Oct 2021 14:42:48 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=104485 Hello everyone! I am currently in the midst of my post-secondary applications, so here are some of the tips that I have used that have helped make the last few weeks bearable. Hope this helps any current or future grade 12 students. Start Early Start early in all areas possible. Here are a few examples […]

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]]> 7 of My Personal Favourite Mental Health Tips https://youthareawesome.com/7-of-my-personal-favourite-mental-health-tips/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=7-of-my-personal-favourite-mental-health-tips Mon, 10 May 2021 21:28:28 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=102627 In the spirit of Mental Health Awareness Month, I have compiled some of my favourite mental health advice that I have learned over the years. Maintain Good Physical Health In my experience, making a conscious effort to maintain your physical health can help with your mental health because it may make you feel more energized, […]

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]]> Tips to Ace your Exam! https://youthareawesome.com/tips-relieve-stress-exam-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tips-relieve-stress-exam-time Tue, 29 Jan 2019 22:22:21 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=95180 It’s the dreaded time of the year: Exam time. Everyone is frantically studying and staying up late to try and succeed. Here are some tips to nail your exams and. 1. Learn as much as you possibly can about the exam beforehand. By asking your teacher about the format of the test and roughly how […]

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]]> How to reduce stress and refocus for the most busy part of the year https://youthareawesome.com/reduce-stress-refocus-busy-part-year/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reduce-stress-refocus-busy-part-year Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:14:07 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=94007 How to turn the most stressful time of the year, into the most productive one!

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]]> The Struggles and Perks of Exam Break https://youthareawesome.com/perks-struggles-exam-break/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=perks-struggles-exam-break Tue, 23 Jan 2018 19:40:25 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=91060 As told by a pessimist and an optimist.

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]]> Me Ranting About Things (Part 3) https://youthareawesome.com/ranting-part-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ranting-part-3 Fri, 19 Jan 2018 03:06:04 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=90947 Hello again people who like to read about my student breakdowns! I hope January has been treating you guys well. Me, on the other hand, I’ve been (you’ve guessed it) quite stressed. I don’t know about anyone else, but for me, IT’S EXAM SEASON RIGHT NOW AND I AM ON THE VERGE OF A MELTDOWN. […]

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]]> Back to Autumn: A Fall Playlist https://youthareawesome.com/autumn-fall-playlist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=autumn-fall-playlist https://youthareawesome.com/autumn-fall-playlist/#comments Wed, 25 Oct 2017 02:23:21 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=89419 Those closest to me are well aware of the fact that I love Autumn. Several seconds spent surveying my bedroom will corroborate this fact, what with my orange blanket, jack-o-lantern themed figures and gourds that adorn nearly every surface in my room. That being said, I recognize that Autumn isn’t for everyone. For many, the […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/autumn-fall-playlist/feed/ 2 IB or Not to be? https://youthareawesome.com/ib-be/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ib-be Thu, 16 Mar 2017 19:31:19 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=85547 With Grade 11 almost ending in a couple of months and Grade 12 beginning in early September, I was reminiscing about the many happy times that high school has brought, but all the stressful periods during my high school career. If you decided to open this blog post looking for an answer on whether you should […]

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]]> The Positive Effects of Video Games https://youthareawesome.com/positive-effects-video-games/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=positive-effects-video-games Tue, 28 Feb 2017 17:46:12 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=85378 As a kid, I remember spending countless hours on video games in my room as I wanted an outlet from school. Pokemon, Minecraft and League of Legends are some of the games that I have fond memories of playing with my friends. Although video games are known to isolate individuals from reality, I often felt a […]

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]]> Studying for Diploma Exams: Where To Start? https://youthareawesome.com/studying-diploma-exams-start/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=studying-diploma-exams-start Sat, 24 Dec 2016 03:30:09 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=84326 With diploma exams around a month away, myself and many others have just been hit with the realization, “Holy cow, I have to get studying!” As someone who hates studying with a burning passion (read: doesn’t know how to study without getting bored or distracted within minutes) and can’t find a way to take notes that […]

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]]> Something new to try in 2016: The Science Behind Art Therapy https://youthareawesome.com/2016-science-art-therapy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2016-science-art-therapy Wed, 30 Dec 2015 16:00:30 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=78729 Has anyone else noticed how although we are living in an ever-contemporary world, trends and relics of the past are thriving more than ever? Now I’m not only picturing vintage clothing, old films, and records, which are part of a collective cultural history, but I’m also thinking in a more narrow context- the habits of our past individual […]

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]]> Experience Death… Before You Die? https://youthareawesome.com/experience-death-die/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=experience-death-die Tue, 29 Dec 2015 16:00:11 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=78800 What is this about?  Having a society based on pressure for high achievements in all walks of life, reverence for aesthetics, and strict maintenance of the Confucian hierarchy, the Republic of Korea understandably has an annually increasing rate of suicide. It has maintained its second place in the OECD Suicide Rates for a long time. […]

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]]> Fitness Inspiration Ft. YMCA https://youthareawesome.com/fitness-inspiration-ft-ymca/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fitness-inspiration-ft-ymca Thu, 26 Nov 2015 00:21:23 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=78182 Stress seems to be a common and a reoccurring theme throughout high school, be it a bio final or filling out university applications, it is always lurking over our shoulders. Although stress can be healthy, it has the ability to seriously take a toll on our physical and mental health if we do not deal […]

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]]> Exams are So Important that Flights were Delayed https://youthareawesome.com/exams-important-flights-delayed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exams-important-flights-delayed Wed, 18 Nov 2015 16:00:54 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=77914 While the news nowadays in the world consists of terrible things, such as the Paris attacks. However, to the students in Korea, there is nothing more stressful than college entrance exams. In the Republic of Korea, these standardized college exam (College Scholastic Aptitude Test) is taken extremely seriously. On the day of the English listening […]

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]]> 3 Videos That Will Make You Laugh and Cry https://youthareawesome.com/3-videos-laugh-cry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3-videos-laugh-cry Thu, 15 Oct 2015 15:08:20 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=77023 Happy October and almost Halloween everybody! It’s not even been 2 months in, and do I even need to ask if anyone else is feeling the stress of the new school year? I know that I myself am very much feeling it. Actually, not too long ago, I was feeling abnormally stressed out- I was having […]

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]]> Little Hippies: Yoga for Every Child… and Teen! + GIVEAWAY https://youthareawesome.com/hippies-yoga-child-teen-giveaway/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hippies-yoga-child-teen-giveaway Mon, 14 Sep 2015 16:05:02 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=76574 I first heard about local organization Little Hippies Kids Yoga while reading the “giving back” section in issue 2 of Dote Magazine and the idea behind it immediately caught my attention. Since its conception in 2013 by Jenna Galloway and Chloe Dusser, the local organization has become known for its charitable work in providing free yoga classes […]

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]]> My 2015 Back to School Survival Guide https://youthareawesome.com/katjas-back-to-school-survival-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=katjas-back-to-school-survival-guide https://youthareawesome.com/katjas-back-to-school-survival-guide/#comments Tue, 01 Sep 2015 15:48:34 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=76287 As the summer winds down and the most exciting parts of school (donning your best outfits, finally seeing all your friends again!) start to lure us in, one dark cloud hangs over it all—the stress and anxiety that seem to be an inevitable part of the high school experience. Gone are the luxurious days of sleeping in until noon, […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/katjas-back-to-school-survival-guide/feed/ 1 What are YOU more than? https://youthareawesome.com/than/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=than Tue, 11 Aug 2015 16:21:31 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=75356 To end off the year, Bishop Carroll‘s Mental Wellness committee did a project on labels. We asked various people to finish the sentence “There’s more to me than…”. From some people we received one word answers, and from others we were able to film them telling us what’s truly on their mind. It’s amazing how insightful teenagers and […]

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]]> Laugh it off https://youthareawesome.com/laugh/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=laugh Thu, 18 Jun 2015 18:36:51 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=72564 Exams coming up + Overtime at work + Relationships not working out = STRESS Whenever stress builds up, extra weight just sits on our shoulders. We should be able to shrug that weight and stress away. So, today I will be writing about how humour has helped me to reduce my stress levels. Fingers crossed that […]

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]]> A quick pick me up: Videos to make you smile https://youthareawesome.com/quick-pick-up-videos-smile/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=quick-pick-up-videos-smile Mon, 15 Jun 2015 17:08:43 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=72612 Right now, you may feel like life is a bit of a mess. With exams and school finally coming to a close, you may feel burdened and stressed beyond relief–or maybe that’s just me. However, if there are any sympathizers out there, here are some videos to put a smile on your face and make […]

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