Love Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/love/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 02:32:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Romanticizing Your Summer https://youthareawesome.com/romanticizing-your-summer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romanticizing-your-summer https://youthareawesome.com/romanticizing-your-summer/#respond Sun, 29 Jun 2025 02:27:49 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117374 Summer isn’t just a season; it’s a feeling. It’s the golden light; the smell of sunscreen; the hum of sprinklers. Big plans aren’t needed to capture the magic of summer. Romanticizing summer means slowing down. Noticing small things. Making everyday moments feel special. Here’s how to do it, even if you’re just staying home.   […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/romanticizing-your-summer/feed/ 0 Showing Appreciation For Our Fathers This Father’s Day https://youthareawesome.com/showing-appreciation-for-our-fathers-this-fathers-day/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=showing-appreciation-for-our-fathers-this-fathers-day https://youthareawesome.com/showing-appreciation-for-our-fathers-this-fathers-day/#respond Sun, 15 Jun 2025 01:55:11 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117154 Father’s Day is a special occasion to honour the men who have played important fatherly roles in our lives. Whether it’s your biological dad, stepdad, grandfather, uncle, or mentor, this day is a chance to show gratitude for their guidance, support, and presence. If you want to go beyond the usual card or gift this […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/showing-appreciation-for-our-fathers-this-fathers-day/feed/ 0 POV: You’re a Side Character in Someone Else’s Coming-of-Age Movie https://youthareawesome.com/pov-youre-a-side-character-in-someone-elses-coming-of-age-movie/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pov-youre-a-side-character-in-someone-elses-coming-of-age-movie Fri, 30 May 2025 03:02:13 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116951 You’re not the one with the tragic backstory, the indie soundtrack, or the dramatic rooftop monologue. You’re the one who sits next to the protagonist in math class. You make one sarcastic comment, everyone laughs, and the camera cuts away.  Welcome to side character energy.   You’re not the star, but you’re the reason the […]

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]]> It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Ending the Stigma Around Mental Health https://youthareawesome.com/its-okay-to-not-be-okay-ending-the-stigma-around-mental-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=its-okay-to-not-be-okay-ending-the-stigma-around-mental-health Sat, 12 Apr 2025 17:40:33 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116476 Let’s be real: Life gets messy. There are days when you wake up feeling heavy for no reason. Or maybe there is a reason–school, stress, family stuff, friend drama, burnout–but you still don’t feel like you can say anything out loud. We’ve all heard “Just stay positive!” or “Others have it worse than you.” But […]

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]]> Tales of Time Forgotten – A Poem https://youthareawesome.com/tales-of-time-forgotten-a-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tales-of-time-forgotten-a-poem https://youthareawesome.com/tales-of-time-forgotten-a-poem/#comments Sun, 23 Feb 2025 05:17:17 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115592 Tales of Time Forgotten    You’re seven years old, running as fast as your tiny little legs can take you across the grass  You’re embracing every single moment before the bell rings and you must return to class  You bask in the sunlight and embrace the crisp breeze on your skin  Your veins are filled […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/tales-of-time-forgotten-a-poem/feed/ 1 Celebrating the Heart: How Our Body Celebrates Love https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-the-heart-how-our-body-celebrates-love/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrating-the-heart-how-our-body-celebrates-love Fri, 14 Feb 2025 22:56:46 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115398 When we think of love, we often picture warm embraces, heartwarming words, or perhaps an exciting flutter in the chest. But have you ever wondered what happens inside your body? The heart, a symbol of affection throughout history, is not just a passive organ in our feelings–it plays an active role in how we experience […]

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]]> How to show “thanks” rather than say “thanks” https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-show-thanks-rather-than-say-thanks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-show-thanks-rather-than-say-thanks Sun, 19 Jan 2025 21:10:38 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114880 I am so grateful for all the countless blessings that I find scattered throughout my life. But sometimes (ok let’s be honest – most of the time), I forget about these blessings and focus on the small negative things. I’m so lucky to be surrounded by people who love and care about me, and today, […]

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]]> 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 The Illusion of Perfection: How Romanticization Distorts Teenage Reality https://youthareawesome.com/romanticization-teenage-reality/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=romanticization-teenage-reality https://youthareawesome.com/romanticization-teenage-reality/#comments Thu, 19 Dec 2024 03:30:58 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114262 In the age of social media and streaming platforms, teenagers are finding themselves swept into an unrealistic portrayal of life that often leaves them frustrated, stressed, and disconnected from reality. The allure of a “perfect” life—akin to romantic comedies or Instagram-ready moments—is a growing concern, as idealized depictions of success, relationships, and struggles influence how […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/romanticization-teenage-reality/feed/ 1 The Substance (Movie Review): A Violent, Romantic, and Artistic Tale of Beauty https://youthareawesome.com/the-substance-movie-review-a-violent-romantic-and-artistic-tale-of-beauty/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-substance-movie-review-a-violent-romantic-and-artistic-tale-of-beauty Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:15:38 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113361 The Substance (Movie Review): A Violent, Romantic, and Artistic Tale of Beauty The Substance is a horror and science fiction movie brought up on screen just recently in September-October of 2024. As said in the official trailer, the entire movie can be summarized in a few sentences: “Have you ever dreamt of a better version […]

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]]> Old and Alone: A Poem https://youthareawesome.com/old-and-alone-a-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=old-and-alone-a-poem Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:08:02 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113370 There is a house, it is considered quite nice The house is quite huge, causing passersby to contemplate its price Rows of intricate roses decorate the front lawn But if one looks through the window, it is empty, all through the night and day to the crack of dawn   In reality, it is not […]

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]]> Noteworthy Instant Noodles: A Poem https://youthareawesome.com/noteworthy-instant-noodles-a-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=noteworthy-instant-noodles-a-poem Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:13:50 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113109 My fingernails claw through the cover, gripping to reach the goodness hidden inside I’m granted with a slight tear, making my face gleam with a mix of satisfaction and pride Crumbs and debris fall on the counter,  venturing away from the group to become astray But why should I worry about such a mess, when […]

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]]> The Value of Friendships https://youthareawesome.com/the-value-of-friendships/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-value-of-friendships Tue, 21 May 2024 14:40:12 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112486 Remember those times where you would meet someone for the first time? Sometimes, you’ll only know them during that moment, but most times, you’ll meet them again. When you meet this person again, there’s a chance you’ll interact with them more and know more about them. Sooner or later, you’ll have made a friend that […]

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]]> Coming to terms with my troublesome tennis journey https://youthareawesome.com/coming-to-terms-with-my-troublesome-tennis-journey/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=coming-to-terms-with-my-troublesome-tennis-journey Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:00:52 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112027 Imagine this: You step foot on a fresh swap-green court holding a brand-new racket in one hand, and a neon-green ball in the other. The wind whips through your hair while the heat of the sun radiates onto your skin. Your family and friends are cheering for you on the sidelines as you approach the […]

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]]> Roots of My Orchid – a Poem https://youthareawesome.com/roots-of-my-orchid-a-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=roots-of-my-orchid-a-poem Sun, 25 Feb 2024 06:25:11 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111735 Today I cut out the rotten roots of my orchid plant, And thought of the life you gave me. My hand brushed its green, healthy leaves, A symbol of new possibilities.   Where in the soil can you find love like this? Love that’s new. Love that we seek. Love that speaks to us.  I […]

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]]> A True Friend https://youthareawesome.com/a-true-friend/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-true-friend Mon, 11 Dec 2023 03:11:27 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110846 They’re the ones who laugh and giggle with you They’re the ones who weep and whine with you They’re the people who you talk for hours and hours to The ones who are always there for you Friends make life worth living For they make any boring time enlightening A friend is like a treasure, […]

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]]> Let’s self-appreciate today! https://youthareawesome.com/lets-self-appreciate-today/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lets-self-appreciate-today Fri, 07 Apr 2023 19:27:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=109663 Self-appreciation is an essential aspect of our lives that often goes overlooked. It is the act of recognizing our worth and value as individuals, regardless of external validation or accomplishments. While self-appreciation may seem trivial, it can have a significant impact on our mental and emotional well-being. In this blog, we will explore the importance […]

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]]> Either Way, What Bliss https://youthareawesome.com/either-way-what-bliss/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=either-way-what-bliss Wed, 25 Jan 2023 23:11:09 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=109351 The hole in the ground matched the hole in his chest. Taking up the room where his heart used to be, pushing his lungs to the side in an effort to consume him fully. He guessed that this is what drowning felt like, a building pressure in his lungs, stopping his ability to do anything […]

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]]> A Short Story https://youthareawesome.com/a-short-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-short-story Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:40:03 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108941 Sometimes you don’t know what to read. Maybe your browsing the internet. Maybe your bored on the first couple days of summer. Well I wrote a story all fiction and thought I’d share it. It’s a short story and it’s about love and revenge. I hope you enjoy it and it keeps your mind off […]

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]]> Picking the right highschool for you (a teenager’s perspective) https://youthareawesome.com/picking-the-right-highschool-for-you-a-teenagers-perspective/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=picking-the-right-highschool-for-you-a-teenagers-perspective Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:14:34 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=107273 Picking the right high school to go to can be very overwhelming. I’m currently in grade 9. Therefore, this year, I had to decide whether I wanted to go to my designated high school, or apply to a different one. Here are all the reasons why I chose to put in a request to transfer […]

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]]> Dove in the Sky — An Original Free Verse Poem https://youthareawesome.com/dove-in-the-sky-an-original-free-verse-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dove-in-the-sky-an-original-free-verse-poem Wed, 09 Mar 2022 04:19:31 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=107059 Ever heard of the saying, “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened”? In life, one must be able to accept change and appreciate the moments that were shared, however difficult that may be. What is destined to happen will happen, so one must keep their head held high and hope for the best. […]

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]]> Kindness; The Human Condition https://youthareawesome.com/kindness-the-human-condition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kindness-the-human-condition Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:07:01 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=106903 There’s a solid conception within society, On karma,   The idea that what you do, Makes it way back to you   Even if you don’t want it to   This idea tends to inspire more kindness overall, We don’t want bad things coming back to us   But what if this didn’t exist? What […]

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]]> The Truth of Teenage Love (a short poem) https://youthareawesome.com/the-truth-of-teenage-love-a-short-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-truth-of-teenage-love-a-short-poem Sat, 28 Aug 2021 00:03:04 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=103986 A small preface: I think teenage heartbreak is one of the most abstract things in the universe, it doesn’t really make sense that it occurs, since we aren’t trying to love for the long term, and yet, it often hurts more then what we feel when we grow up. The formable parts of years are […]

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]]> Puppy Love- Creative Writing https://youthareawesome.com/puppy-love-creative-writing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=puppy-love-creative-writing Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:17:28 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=102279 Dear Lover, Some people say that the universe creates things in perfect synchrony, the same reason many people believe in religion, what is the possibility that I fell for and met the perfect person for me. What are the odds they actually exist? Everything in the world sits like a huge puzzle, just yearning to […]

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]]> Top 8 Mug Meals of All Time https://youthareawesome.com/top-8-mug-meals-of-all-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-8-mug-meals-of-all-time Tue, 21 Apr 2020 03:19:57 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=99411 Hungry? How ’bout a Meal in a Mug! The idea of having to prepare a meal that will inevitably take longer to make than to eat always bugged me to no end. That’s where mug meals come in. I make these more often than I would like to admit and have become somewhat of a […]

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]]> We are in this together. https://youthareawesome.com/we-are-in-this-together/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=we-are-in-this-together https://youthareawesome.com/we-are-in-this-together/#comments Sat, 28 Mar 2020 04:44:03 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=99738 As I was contemplating what this blog post should be about, I knew it was going to address some aspect of COVID-19, the pandemic that has turned all of our lives upside down in just two short weeks.  There’s definitely lots to talk about – lots of opinions, thoughts, and ideas on how to proceed […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/we-are-in-this-together/feed/ 1 Two Stars https://youthareawesome.com/two-stars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=two-stars Sat, 20 Apr 2019 03:23:01 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=97396 Without you, the world is no longer the same Together we are inseparable Wherever I am, I think of you From the beginning, I knew you were special Never forget how much I love you An unbreakable love, Two stars in the sky, forever together Without you, my universe is incomplete Image: 1

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]]> The Evening Sky https://youthareawesome.com/evening-sky/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=evening-sky Thu, 17 Jan 2019 04:44:14 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=95232 The Evening Sky Often the dark sky sparkles dots of light, Shimmering miles away they burn strong. One feels satisfaction from such a sight, And knows their glow will last forever long. With every three-fourths of a hundred years, A blazing streak illuminates the shade. An experience that presents no fears, One moment that will […]

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]]> YAA Holdiday Countdown 2018: Childhood Memories https://youthareawesome.com/yaa-holdiday-countdown-2018-childhood-memories/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yaa-holdiday-countdown-2018-childhood-memories Sun, 23 Dec 2018 02:19:04 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=95116 The garden was white with frost, magical beyond words. The house was full of melodies and jingles, worth more than breakfast. There was a big gleaming tree, arranged with lustrous nuance Under which lay a mountain of presents. We would all go to church, where there was a big feast, Turkey legs, fruits, hams and […]

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]]> Top 10 Songs To Download This Christmas Season https://youthareawesome.com/top-10-songs-download-christmas-season/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-10-songs-download-christmas-season Fri, 23 Nov 2018 04:27:51 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=94424 It’s almost Christmas time, the most awaited festival of the year. From the gifts to the decorations, Christmas makes us feel rejuvenated after a long semester of hard work. Along with spending time with family and friends, the music is arguably the best part. Here are the top 10 songs that must make it on […]

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