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Empowering teens to navigate the challenges of adolescence requires access to a diverse array of resources and support systems. From mental health services to educational tools and extracurricular activities, these resources play a vital role in fostering adolescent development and helping teens realize their full potential. By providing teens with the guidance, support, and opportunities they need to thrive, we can help shape a future generation of confident, resilient, and empowered individuals.
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Published: 2024-03-28
In our fast-paced world, many of us eat on the go — in our cars, at our desks, in front of our TVs, or while scrolling through our phones. Whether you are grabbing breakfast on the go, eating a snack or sitting down for dinner, this mindful eating exercise will help you tune in to all the sensations while eating to make it a more meaningful experience. But first, let’s take a look at why practicing mindful eating is so important!
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Published: 2024-03-28
Just as mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to the present moment, mindful walking is the practice of becoming aware of your surroundings and how your body and mind feel while moving.
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Published: 2024-03-26
From the smell of a fresh roasted turkey coming out of the oven on Thanksgiving to the rush of “Sweet Pea” pouring out of the doors of your favorite candle store as you pass it in the mall, smells have an effect on us. Scents can trigger a physical reaction and can even help you recall memories you thought you’d forgotten.
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Published: 2024-03-26
A healthy, balanced life is made possible by quality sleep hygiene. A full night of sleep helps us repair muscles, restore our immune system, improve memory and even boost our mood! If you’re a teen, getting a full night of rest can mean better grades in school and increased energy throughout the day. But so many of us struggle with getting quality sleep every night. Luckily, there are a few actions you can take now to improve your sleep.
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Published: 2024-03-26
Practicing mindful movement can help us in our everyday lives. There are movements that calm, movements that energize, movements that help with sleep, movements that ignite gratitude and movements that improve athletic performance.
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Published: 2024-03-26
Whether you’re trying to fall asleep or just trying to ground yourself in the moment, doing a head-to-toe relaxation meditationis a great way to relax your body and mind, and take a few moments for yourself.
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Published: 2024-02-27
Asking for help or support can be difficult no matter the situation, but it can be especially hard when it comes to talking about mental health. Because of common misconceptions surrounding mental illness and addiction, many people find it uncomfortable to openly talk about mental health, creating a harmful stigma. This mental health stigma is predominantly seen among youth because young people are often portrayed as worry-free, light-hearted and not easily burdened with the tasks of daily living. However, we know that 50% of all chronic mental illness begins by age 14 and 75% begins by age 24.
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Published: 2024-02-26
An eating disorder can happen to anyone at any age but are more common in teens. It is important to know when your teen’s eating habits are a phase and when his or her eating behavior has become an eating disorder.
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