Coffee and Caffeine, How Much and When?
As crazy as life can be, it is easy and nice to have caffeine to help us stay awake just a little bit longer to get everything done. Drinking coffee is not something we need to be completely worried about, but we should be aware of how much we drink and when we drink this […]
Life can get a bit hectic sometimes, right? School, friends, family, and everything in between canmake things tough sometimes, but YOU have the power to make it a bit more relaxed andenjoyable. How? By embracing mindful practices and practicing them when you’re feelingstressed/overwhelmed. These easy-to-do practices and exercises can help you manage stress,anxiety, or even […]
As we get older, we realize how much we took for granted quality sleep. Although we may think that going to bed early is “lame” and want to stay up longer, it’s important we get sufficient sleep at a young age. Research has shown that teenagers need about 8-10 hours of sleep every night, yet […]
Starting college is a big step, especially if you are the first in your family to go to college. As someone who is a first-generation college student, I can admit I was excited but anxious at the same time. Once you graduate high school, you start having a big responsibility for yourself and how you […]
Puberty is an interesting point in time, and understanding that change is normal is very important. These changes may seem drastic, but always remember that everyone experiences what they are going through at a different time or rate. There are two things that can benefit you greatly during this change in hormones and body development. […]
Even though we love technology, it might not be the best thing to be next to us when we are going to sleep. Going to sleep every night and waking up every morning is due to this amazing thing called our circadian rhythm. For each one of us it is different and can be affected […]
Being able to manage your school and home life is an essential skill for any student. It’s not easy, but luckily kids have been working on this skill since they began school; managing schoolwork, homework, extracurriculars, and a social life can be tricky, but it is something that can continually be improved upon with good […]
Video games have always had a negative image in society. It is often talked about with people who are seen as lazy or cannot find something better to do. There are people that I know who ask me if I still play video games. They are a fun habit for people and have surprising benefits […]
With school and work responsibilities, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and lose motivation. These feelings can lead to burnout and stress. A way to stop burnout and renew energy is to take a mental health day. Mental health days are when someone takes time off of school or work to take care of […]
How am I to manage stress as such an anxious person? I have asked this question so many times to myself, you don’t even know. For a long time, I always did badly under pressure. I always attributed it to my lack of skills, more than anything. I tend to underestimate myself and believed I […]