In need of a little pampering? Everyone likes to feel good, but when life’s busy you can easily overlook the importance of giving yourself some tender loving care. By having your own self-care kit, filled with items that nurture, inspire and uplift you, you’re taking responsibility for your happiness and wellbeing. You’ll have instant access …
Who makes the big, life-changing decisions in your house? And how do they reach them? In many families, there’ll be a discussion about any significant changes – be that moving house, switching jobs or having another baby – before they happen. Sometimes this won’t be the case and it might feel the pattern of your …
School’s out for summer, which means you can finally put those textbooks away. So what to do now? How about sleep late, watch TV, chill out? When you’ve been working hard and need some time off, these can sound pretty appealing. But if you want to make your summer the greatest ever, it may be …
Any act of kindness, however small, can have a far-reaching effect. Be Kind inspires teenagers to treat others and themselves with respect, compassion and care. Covering a range of topics, from identifying your strengths and accepting flaws to letting go of negative thoughts and being grateful for what you have, it shows how being kind can make …
Happiness can come from a thousand different things and that deep feeling of joy and contentment that comes with being okay with who and what you are can sometimes be elusive. Be Happy helps teenagers to focus on all the positives in their life, to set goals and discover their passion. From navigating friendships and social media …
Learning to deal with the stresses of today’s modern world is a vital life skill. Exams, peer pressure, social media, the constant demands to be more, do more, get more – it’s no wonder teenagers can sometimes feel overwhelmed. Be Calm gives teens creative ways to manage anxieties and stay cool when times are tough, encouraging them …
Bravery isn’t about being fearless – it’s about recognising when you’re scared and finding the courage to face those fears. Covering every topic from dealing with gossip and cyberbullies to resisting peer pressure and mastering public speaking, Be Brave shows teens how to begin to build self-confidence and resilience, gently encouraging them to believe in themselves and …
Teen Breathe launched this Inspiring Women Special to mark 100 years since the first women won the vote. Filled with incredible stories and creative exercises, we hope it encourages young women to walk in the shoes of history’s greatest female role models, to understand the challenges they faced and be inspired to overcome their own …
Find a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed for at least 10 minutes. Lie down on the floor. Place a cushion under your head. Next, position your palms on your lower belly, resting them there comfortably without tension. Now close your eyes and breathe deeply and slowly. Feel your belly move up and down …
This year, Mental Health Awareness Week (13–19th May) focuses on a theme that affects (or has affected) most people at some point in their life: how they see themselves when they look in the mirror. Body image issues are a common problem in a society that promotes unrealistic body ideals – but this week, the …
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