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Mental Health & Wellbeing

Being a teenager can feel like riding an emotional rollercoaster—full of highs, lows, pressure, and change. This part of the blog is here to remind you that your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or just not quite yourself, you're not alone—and you're not weak for feeling that way.

In this space, we’ll talk honestly about mental health, share tools for self-care, and explore ways to feel more balanced, understood, and supported as you navigate your teenage years.

Taking care of your mind isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of strength. Choosing to rest, reflect, and reach out is how you grow, not how you fall behind.
— Jon Nugent
Depression vs. Sadness: Why It’s Not the Same Thing
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Depression vs. Sadness: Why It’s Not the Same Thing

Everyone feels sad sometimes — it’s a normal and healthy emotion that comes and goes with life’s ups and downs. Maybe you had a fight with a friend, didn’t get the grade you were hoping for, or just woke up feeling off. Sadness is part of being human. But when those heavy feelings don’t go away, or they start affecting your daily life, something deeper might be going on.

This is where depression comes in — and while it can look like sadness on the surface, it’s actually very different underneath. In this post, we’ll explore how sadness and depression are not the same, how to spot the difference, and why it matters to know when it’s time to reach out for support.

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