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As the year wraps up and we begin to approach the turbulence of exam season, we may find ourselves beginning to lose stamina. The feeling that we’re so close to the end, and yet so very far, is an easily discouraging feeling.

One thing is clear here, we are failing our men. Therefore, this blog will serve as an educational message to be more proactive in bettering men’s mental health. As a society, we need to reduce the stigma that surrounds men’s mental health, and validate them and make them heard in the overall mental health conversation.

Bullying. It is a horrible thing, right? I mean why would anyone be so mean and selfless to hurt us in this way? Sometimes people bully us as a way of satisfying their own insecurities. To boost their own self-esteem, they like to bring people down to achieve that.

If you are just starting high school and eager to learn helpful tips for navigating your academic journey successfully, well, look no further! This blog will explore and guide you through all the tools you need to survive school!

After completing my required prerequisite courses, it finally came time to apply for my dream school. This aspiration has been my dream since grade 10, and now, in my third year of university, being eligible to submit my application brings me joy yet anxiety about the selection process! The anxiety and stress of waiting for a pivotal decision that will significantly impact one’s life is daunting.

Recently, I received good news that has the potential to reshape my future. I felt elated with a flood of emotions where I found myself crying happy tears and even shaking! My toes moved involuntarily, I simultaneously felt cold and hot, my glasses became moist and smudged with thumbprints, and my body became stiff. One could say I had a “happy panic attack.”

Traditions are crucial in life because they bring a sense of comfort and connection with your loved ones. Recurring traditions create strong familial bonds and build long-lasting friendships. It serves as a break from everyday routine in life and allows you to participate in activities you enjoy with your loved ones. In this blog, I will discuss why having traditions increases connections with people around you, while simultaneously sharing insights about two of my favourite traditions that I partake in.

If you read my last blog post about “unplugging to reconnect,” you know how I’ve been feeling about my phone lately. It is way too easy to reach for my phone when I’m procrastinating, bored, or wanting to take my mind off things.

Lately I’ve been very aware of how I instinctively reach for my phone, especially right before bed, when I’m bored, or when I’m procrastinating. Sound familiar?

Many people have advised me to go outside for various reasons, but the truth is, I hate it out there. I wish I could enjoy being outside my house, because I do love nature, I just hate being within nature...

TRIGGER WARNING: Depression

Depression is all around us. Whether we’d like to confess or not, all of us have been through depression at some point in our lives...

Out of all the emotions we have, I believe that anger is the one that has the most negative connotations...

Do you ever wonder why we don’t treat mental health the same way we treat our physical health?

Winter is always extremely hard for me. I have strong reactions to the cold, it will seep into my body, where only the thickest sweaters can fix it. I find that sometimes it seeps deep into my head as well. I associate wintertime with being sad...

The beginning of a new year is an interesting cross-point. Around a month ago, people started setting goals for themselves, New Year resolutions they hope to achieve and continually work on throughout the year...

Seriously...How are you?

Ever felt like you are travelling on a very long road and you have no idea when you will get to your destination?...

Happy New Year!! Let's Learn from the Last and make this one better...

Happy Holidays, Brilliant Minds! As we reflect on the extraordinary year we've had, many of us are already contemplating...

Hello, bright minds! We hope you are enjoying these hot summer days, having fun and staying safe...

Hello young minds! When the time to decide what you want to do with your life comes upon you, it can be a very stressful...

Hi Brilliant Minds! You know they say stress reveals your true self (which may not always be your best self). But never fear...