Having a smartphone and being on all the popular social media platforms is nothing new to most teenagers. Like most people, they are constantly in touch with the world around them through their phone screens, if not more than adults. Continuously being exposed to content posted by people who appear ‘perfect’ to viewers on social media can make a teenager feel extremely insecure about themselves. Parents and guardians need to have open conversations with their teens to gently guide them.

When was the last time you felt the carefree joy of looking forward to something so small, yet so exciting in your day-to-day life? It is easy for us to get caught up in the struggles of our everyday life. Still, it is important to prioritise yourself and find a way to incorporate bubbles of joy into your busy day. When you have something to look forward to that brings you immense joy, you’re creating a reason to keep getting up and doing your best every day.

Having a strong circle of support around you to celebrate your wins, help you through difficult times and help you keep a clear mind is a treasure to hold close. As special as they are, each person needs to understand the effort they need to put in to ensure they remain a treasure to you, and not something that drains you.