After a long summer holiday – or even after a shorter break – it’s not uncommon to feel nervous about going back to school. There may be fears that friendships will have moved on, uncertainty about what new teachers and classroom dynamics will be like and even concerns over workload, lesson difficulty and group try-outs. …
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is Kindness. It’s never been more important to promote the message of good mental health for all, look out for one another and stay connected. So what kind thing could you do today? Any act of kindness, however small it may seem, can have …
Time away from school is generally welcome. But recently things have become a bit more complicated as academic institutions closed their gates early, exams were put on hold or cancelled and most students were sent home with online coursework and lesson plans to be given by mum and dad. It’s a lot to take in …
Your bedroom is a great place to kick back, hang out and crash out. But when you’re stuck in the same room all day (and doing schoolwork there too), it might feel harder to relax. And carving out your own territory is even trickier during lockdown when there’s less space to go around, more people …
This special edition is aimed at the new eco-conscious generation who are keen to help build a more sustainable future. The title features a wide range of ideas for budding activists, including simple ways to reduce CO2 emissions, combat climate change at school and make a difference in the community. Purchase your copy here.
The idea of time away from school is often seen as a holiday, or bonus – but right now, things are a bit more complex than that. Staying at home is coming with a side order of study and homework – added to which there’s little scope for having face-to-face fun with friends, since time outside …
Ever commented snarkily on an Instagram post only immediately to regret it or shared personal details with ‘all’ instead of just one trusted friend? Join the queue. Dozens of people hit ‘send’ every day on posts or messages that come back to haunt them. Most do it in the heat of the moment, not thinking …
More time to chill out, a deeper understanding of other cultures’ traditions, a passion for study that equals (or is at least close to) concern for the environment, an infinite supply of mini-marshmallows. Life can be enriched in many ways and, luckily, it rarely requires massive changes, big gestures or material gains. Often, it’s personal. …
What does success mean? Landing the lead in the school play? Coming first in the 200m? Having the widest circle of friends? Uh-oh… does it always have to equal coming out on top? Let’s hope not. Otherwise, most people in the world have failed (and that includes everyone here at Teen Breathe). Actually, there’s no …
Cool trainers? Check. Smartest phone? Check. Zooshiest bag? Check. Attitude? Double-check. Popularity status assured? ‘Fraid not. Why? Well, firstly, it takes more than a tick-list to guarantee anything (hard work’s normally involved, too). But popularity, in particular, is a hazy concept. Its edges and terms change as often as the direction of the wind – …
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