When I was 14, I didn’t want to wake up another day. I felt numb, exhausted, and completely alone. I truly didn’t believe I’d make it to the end of high school, let alone writing something like this. That’s the thing about depression, it messes with your head. It lies. It tells you that there’s…

I wish healing came with a calendar. I wish I could’ve told myself, “You’ll be okay by this day,” and actually believe it. But real life doesn’t work that way. This year, even while working on my Capstone project about teen mental health, I hit a rough patch myself. I felt overwhelmed, missed deadlines, and…

A lot of us walk into school every day carrying way more than just a backpack. We’re dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, past trauma, or just constant stress that never lets up. But no one really talks about it. It’s like people think school and mental health are two totally different things — but they’re…

Faith and Mental Health Can Faith Help When I’m Struggling? Yes, faith can remind you that you’re not alone, even when life feels heavy. Faith will not make your problems disappear, but for many people it’s a blessing. God isn’t afraid of your anxiety, your sadness, or your questions. He sees you, hears you, and…

Whether you are stressed about school, feeling anxious, or just having a hard day, you are not alone and there are real tools and support systems that can help. This post includes resources for reaching out, tips for staying on top of school, and ways to take care of yourself every day. You are doing…