Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Being a teen or young adult makes it easy to sacrifice or not get adequate sleep. However, it is vital for us to ensure we will get the proper amount of sleep.
Things to do when you’re lonely
Many things during this time are new. Covid-19 has brought many new feelings, ideas, events into this world; but loneliness is not one of them. 54% of Canadians reported feeling lonely or isolated during the coronavirus lockdown, a stark contrast to the 18% of Canadians in a 2019 survey. Loneliness is a difficult feeling to
Redefining Our World
For people like me who love to plan out their lives down to the minute, COVID-19 was a speed bump I was definitely not expecting. Confined to my house like everyone else, it can be difficult not to get antsy and wonder when things are going to go back to normal, just in time
10 Series You Should Read | What to do During the COVID-19 Outbreak #3
Bored doing self-isolation and have a whole lot of free time? Well, why not catch up on some reading? Here are 10 book series I would recommend to anyone! Of course, before you do read the list, I’d just like to say that each synopsis below is totally my own take on it and if
Mental health and relationships
I wrote this short poem while reflecting on a time when I kept putting the needs of those who I cared about before my own. When it comes to the people we love and care about the most, it becomes more difficult to open up about how we are truly feeling. I did not want my feelings to become another thing people had to worry about, I didn’t want to burden them with my problems. Soon I began to realize that that thought process was just not healthy, and the people around us are there for a reason, because they care about our feelings, and want to be there to support us.
Physical Health and Mental Health
There is a huge correlation between mental health and physical well being. It can be hard to stay motivated when in self isolation. Getting out of bed can be one of the most difficult parts of the day. With a lack of routine this can be even harder. Creating a routine chart has been really
Coping With Mental Health During Isolation
This self-isolation period has had mixed results for everyone involved. Ones that dread social interaction were relieved, and others that thrive on it “were crushed.” I’m in the center, naturally introverted but rely on the few social outings I have per year to keep myself going. School was my escape from home, a place where
Interview with Grace Elander
Grace is a grade 10 student at Western Canada High School. She is involved in competitive climbing and enjoys reading and listening to music. She is speaking up about mental health because of personal experience with it, and to make a change in her community. Why is mental health awareness important to you? Mental health
I Did Not Expect to Meet Depression
I thought I had an understanding of depression from my friends who shared their stories with me. I thought my past hardships would equip me with the skills to handle it and move past it. But when it hit, it rolled in quick. I had no idea and I was not equipped. When I look