Suha A, Author at Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/author/suhaarv/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:49:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Seize The Moment! How To Conquer Performance Anxiety https://youthareawesome.com/seize-the-moment-how-to-conquer-performance-anxiety/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=seize-the-moment-how-to-conquer-performance-anxiety https://youthareawesome.com/seize-the-moment-how-to-conquer-performance-anxiety/#respond Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:49:04 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117369 Whether is a piano recital, dance competition, or big presentation, performance anxiety makes itself known in every field, whether its sports or music. Performance anxiety can get so severe that it can impact your everyday life and mental health, hindering your ability to do your best. There’s nothing worse than working hard just to get […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/seize-the-moment-how-to-conquer-performance-anxiety/feed/ 0 Supporting Small Businesses: 5 Calgary Companies to Check Out! https://youthareawesome.com/supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out https://youthareawesome.com/supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:19:17 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117202 Calgary’s small businesses are vital for the development of our city. So many unique amd niche businesses can be found in the streets of downtown, selling homemade candles, pastries, socks, and more. As a thank-you for all the hard work that goes into each and every one of these small businesses, I compiled a list […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out/feed/ 0 Finals Week or My Final Week? How to Survive Exam Season https://youthareawesome.com/finals-week-or-my-final-week-how-to-survive-exam-season/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=finals-week-or-my-final-week-how-to-survive-exam-season https://youthareawesome.com/finals-week-or-my-final-week-how-to-survive-exam-season/#comments Mon, 02 Jun 2025 21:03:22 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117019 When it comes to studying for exams and surviving exam season, there are a multitude of resources online. They tell you to study every day, eat certain foods to keep your brain sharp, and to take breaks every half an hour or less. These tools work perfectly for some people, but aren’t so ideal for […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/finals-week-or-my-final-week-how-to-survive-exam-season/feed/ 2 Annotating Books: A Beginner’s Guide https://youthareawesome.com/annotating-books-a-beginners-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=annotating-books-a-beginners-guide Sun, 18 May 2025 15:37:19 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116655 Almost every reader with internet access and a Pinterest account is familiar with book annotating. Book annotating nowadays usually involves writing notes or reactions in the book, drawing little pictures, and using tabs and highlighters to mark impactful quotes/moments. Although, seeing how advanced and detailed some people’s annotations are can be intimidating and discourage you […]

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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 The Myanmar Earthquake: How Calgarians Can Help https://youthareawesome.com/the-myanmar-earthquake-how-calgarians-can-help/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-myanmar-earthquake-how-calgarians-can-help Sat, 12 Apr 2025 03:22:14 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116418 News of the devastating earthquake that hit Myanmar and neighboring countries is prominent all over social media. Videos of nurses in a maternity ward in China clinging to newborn babies in their arms and falling to the floor as the hospital shook are viral online. With the death toll reaching over 3,000, this earthquake is […]

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]]> Literature & Censorship: 5 Controversial Books To Read ASAP https://youthareawesome.com/literature-censorship-5-controversial-books-to-read-asap/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=literature-censorship-5-controversial-books-to-read-asap https://youthareawesome.com/literature-censorship-5-controversial-books-to-read-asap/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:29:55 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116099 Censorship and book banning are highly controversial topics in the world of literature. The media challenges many esteemed novels for the themes they present to impressionable youth and the language they use. People are bringing books and their political impacts to light, with many realizing the political power classical literature wields. Various libraries and schools […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/literature-censorship-5-controversial-books-to-read-asap/feed/ 2 STEM-ulating The Future: Opportunities for Young Innovators https://youthareawesome.com/stem-ulating-the-future-opportunities-for-young-innovators/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stem-ulating-the-future-opportunities-for-young-innovators https://youthareawesome.com/stem-ulating-the-future-opportunities-for-young-innovators/#comments Sun, 16 Mar 2025 02:40:41 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115853 It is commonly said that the younger generation are leading the future of our world with their contributions to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Although, it’s not easy for youth to find STEM opportunities to display their ideas whilst learning more about their passion. Many youth are on the lookout for unique programs for them […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/stem-ulating-the-future-opportunities-for-young-innovators/feed/ 1 Celebrating Holi in 2025: The Inside Scoop https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 01:22:04 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115659   Holi is one of the most vibrant festivals in the world. With roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has been coined as the “Festival of Colours.” During this holiday, families and friends come together to celebrate themes like love, life, and the arrival of spring. It will be celebrated this year on March 14th, […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/feed/ 2 Money Management for Teens: A 2025 Guide https://youthareawesome.com/money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide https://youthareawesome.com/money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide/#comments Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:30:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115368 Who doesn’t love money? Whether it’s to fund their hobbies or buy into the latest clothing trend, money plays a huge role in the lives of teenagers. Although, managing your finances as a youth can seem overwhelming. Some kids just don’t know where to start. Others are not familiar with the benefits of educating themselves […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/money-management-for-teens-a-2025-guide/feed/ 2 Calgary’s Not-So-Hidden Gems: 6 Fun Places to Visit With Friends https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends/#comments Sat, 01 Feb 2025 06:46:02 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115099 Calgary is littered with niche spots and cool places that don’t seem to get a lot of recognition within youth friend groups. These popular places are frequented by many Calgarians, but some youth just aren’t aware of them. For those of you planning for an outing with your friends, or if you’re looking for a […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends/feed/ 2 Laufey’s Musical Revolution: How She’s Bringing Jazz Back for GenZ https://youthareawesome.com/laufey-musical-revolution-how-shes-bringing-jazz-back-for-genz/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=laufey-musical-revolution-how-shes-bringing-jazz-back-for-genz https://youthareawesome.com/laufey-musical-revolution-how-shes-bringing-jazz-back-for-genz/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:37:00 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114667   Laufey (pronounced “Lay-vay”) is a 25-year-old Icelandic-Chinese jazz pop artist who has been gaining traction in recent years. Her classical-inspired sound mixed with jazzy chords has won over the hearts of many Generation Z teenagers and adults alike. She has made one of the most popular jazz debuts in recent times, with notable tracks […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/laufey-musical-revolution-how-shes-bringing-jazz-back-for-genz/feed/ 2 Taste The Rainbow: How Colours Influence What We Eat https://youthareawesome.com/taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat https://youthareawesome.com/taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat/#comments Sun, 05 Jan 2025 22:33:29 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114574 When we walk down the grocery aisle, we are often drawn to brightly coloured packaging that promises of freshness and flavour. These food packaging colours aren’t just for aesthetics, they play a crucial role in shaping our choices, influencing our perceptions of taste, and can even affect how hungry we feel. From the vibrant reds […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat/feed/ 3 Is Public Transit Truly Safe for Youth? https://youthareawesome.com/is-public-transit-truly-safe-for-youth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-public-transit-truly-safe-for-youth Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:08:19 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114127   Public transit is a vital method of transport for Calgarians. The fare is relatively affordable (although adult tickets may be getting more expensive) and transit stops are widely spread throughout the city. Students have been using these services frequently to get to school and other locations throughout the city. Safety has been a matter […]

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]]> How To Study Smarter, Not Harder: The Best Study Method For Each Subject https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject/#comments Sun, 01 Dec 2024 02:57:11 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113847 With midterms coming up, these next few weeks are crunch time for high school students all over Calgary. As exam season approaches, it is important to get into the habit of mindful studying, and recognizing that whichever study methods you use is much more important than how long you study for. As a high school […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject/feed/ 4 The Calgary Public Library: A Sanctuary for Youth https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-public-library-a-sanctuary-for-youth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-calgary-public-library-a-sanctuary-for-youth https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-public-library-a-sanctuary-for-youth/#comments Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:54:12 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113572 Books, digital books, audiobooks, CD’s, printing services, instrument rentals, and magazines are just a few of the many items the Calgary Public Library has to offer, and most of them are free for the public to use. In today’s economy, even knowledge comes with a hefty price tag. The Calgary Public Library (CPL) attempts to […]

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