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International Youth Day 2020: A letter to youth
It was National Women’s day on the 9th of August in South Africa. It really gave me time to reflect on what being a woman meant to me. In the process, I reflected on the actions of the resilient and brave South African women whose fire burned too bright to be dimmed. The women who fought to give me the rights I have today. Today, as I write this in celebration of International Youth Day, I reflect on the youth that have done the same thing. Today as I write this, I am proud to say that I am among a group of young people whose desire and passion for change is undying. Young people who saw a...
Being an autistic teen in quarantine and staying occupied.
My name is Alex. I am autistic on the autism spectrum disorder. This is what it's like for me in quarantine using my own words. Quarantine has been tough a little bit. I miss talking to people face to face outside of my parents at home. At first I hated the thought of having to stay home more than usual. It was interesting at the end of last school year with "crisis school" as they called it. It's been a little hard for my mental health too, as I have other mental health issues. There was no fancy celebration for my eighth grade promotion due to the pandemic, so my mom had a lot of family and...
My dear grandfather
I had a kind grandfather with whom I have many sweet memories. He always took care of me. He always encouraged me to study and made me proud. My grandfather was a capable, healthy and strong person. One day he developed a fever and was hospitalized. The doctor said he had coronary heart disease, but would soon recover. I prayed for him every day and waited for he return home, but coronavirus got him from us, and my grandfather went to God😭. I am very sad, but I know that one day there will be a cure for the coronavirus, and nobody will die with it. I know good days will comes and my...
Sunshine
Rays of light shine upon me, brightening the world amidst the darkest of days. Even though the shadows may steal our happiness today, the sun shall bring new light upon this world. Do not fear for the troubles that have been bestowed upon you today but set your eyes on the joy that lies tomorrow for although the rain may pour, sunshine awaits.
Speaking to the universe
I'm not one to believe in anything that concerns spirituality and the like. I heard someone, someone rather close to me, telling me this. Speak to the universe, and the universe listens. It didn't resonate with me quite well back then, it still seems quite off but then again, I think it's safe to say that I hope the universe listens when we speak to it, when we ask for help. Not that I've spent hours speaking to the universe but the entire concept of speaking to the universe feels divine and somewhat real. It's a beautiful concept, speaking to the universe, asking for help and help being given...
Physics: The Final Frontier
I used to look down upon my feet but now, my eyes are set to the stars. Explorers searched the known world across the history of mankind, hoping to find a new place in such a limited planet. It did not take long for me and other dreamers to search the stars for new worlds, allowing the cosmos to become our teacher. From the view of our ancestors, the final frontier of exploration was discovering new worlds on this planet with the aim to find a new place to call home. Today, scientists across the globe and those who wish to become these newfound explorers, such as I, have realized what truly is...
Increase in Mental Health raises concerns
Mental health issues have risen more than ever before. With more and more articles writing about suicide and attempted suicide online, it can, of course, have a detrimental impact on our mental wellbeing. I can tell you that it has definitely affected me. So now is the time for people to be kinder to each other. Not talked to a friend for ages? Check up on them. Haven’t heard from a neighbour? Maybe knock on for them. All it takes is offering to chat for someone to feel a little bit better. On top of the negative news circulating, it is so depressing, daunting, and very upsetting to hear the...
Mental illness is not a myth but an understated issue
Are you sitting within the periphery of four walls of your room and brooding? Your cell phone, lying next to you, is going on buzzing, your news feed has flooded with notifications, but you do not care to check them. You’ve had a hard time getting up from sleep. You have somehow pushed yourself to get up because you’ve to set out for work. So, you are sitting up on the bed, gazing at outside through the window. The weather is perfect for a day out; the sun is shining beautifully, but your mind is full of clouds; gloomy and dull. Neither do you wish to go out with your friends nor do you want...
Women sexual and reproductive health in Peru
Sexual and reproductive health is a right for all women, no matter her religion, economical status, skin color, or where she lives. Being sexual and reproductive health a central aspect of their lives that has a great impact on their development at all ages. Sadly, in Peru, many women and teenagers still do not have all the facilities to access to information and services that allow them to exercise this important right. The possibility of deciding and taking action to protect their health, as well as to plan their future and that of their family, is seriously affected by different barriers...
Body Shaming? Fight Back!!!
Hi, I'm Chelsea and this is my very first blog in which I will be talking about body shaming. What is body shaming? This is the way I like to define it: it is when a person mocks or criticizes your body's imperfection or flaws of the body. Like when a person says "you're too fat!", "you're too short", "you're too skinny", " or "you're shapeless". What does that even mean? It is also another form of bullying, and racism, a lot of victims of body shaming undergo mental breakdowns, inferiority complexes, high insecurity and all that. That is if you let it get to you. I have been a victim of body...
The Success Mindset in 8 Parts
I was asking myself, "Why am I so uncomfortable?" And basically, what I had to do to get up here today, is reframe my way of thinking. Alright, now let's talk about the success mindset. So, the reason I want to bring this up as the first topic of the season is that it's so important to know the foundation and to have that foundation ingrained in you, that mindset to succeed. I want to break it down and show parts of where this mindset can come from. It's not all, because I still have so much more to learn in life. But definitely, there is something that sets successful people apart from people...
Two Words to Change the World
I believe that two words are needed to change the world: be kind. As infection cases and death tolls rise daily, there is no denying that coronavirus is a disaster. It appeared from nowhere and flooded the world with pain and suffering before we could barely blink. However, I believe there are many positives to the pandemic, and it is also an opportunity: to rethink our world and ways of living, and rebuild our societies with kindness, compassion and empathy. This begins in the smallest places. For many of us living in lockdowns, this opportunity to think and reflect has been invaluable. Many...
Wings
With my dreams being so high, I wondered to have wings to reach the sky. I remember how brutally the sky pushed me from that high, My hopes and desires came crashing on my mind. This new dream looks impossible from my reach. But, I am not someone to get afraid of my previous defeats. I will work hard on my wings this time, Going to show this sky, the very best bird hidden inside mine. The way you are showering the rain on me, I will freeze the drops with all the clouds inside mine. I want to fly as my blood is boiling, To write a history of how the sky kneeled to my feet, That day you will...
The Moment You Start Losing
I had a habit to google down everything. How to achieve success? How to be a smart worker in place of a hard-working person? Why am I not able to motivate myself? How to get things done at the right time in the best way possible? There are many causes for a breakdown. Losing someone, lacking flexibility in talents or no development whatsoever we do to achieve better results. But still, we encounter people who overcome such problems. There is an unending list of successful names who worked hard when they were at the lowest point in their lives. Destiny was somewhat their enemy. So many names...
AM I FINALLY THERE?
Looking at my life from where I started to where I am now, I can't say life has practically given me what I want. Of course, life isn't and can never be a bed of roses. But I can say that I keep striving for the best and I won't stop until I am finally where I want to be. The pandemic currently ravaging the world has had its negative impacts, but as a people, there should be a positive light in it that we should see. Now is the time where, we, locked in our homes as youths get to make a positive change. Stand up to fight for what is right, make a difference by doing what we were restricted...
Shake up your life: The 5 second rule by Mel Robins
Yes guys for those of you who think that once you are facing your own mental demons, you can no longer be normal and start living your life once again...Let me tell you people, you are wrong. In the words of the famous speaker Mel Robins, "your life changes in a span of 5 seconds". Now what does that mean?? It means once you launch yourself out of that bed just like a rocket, you are on for it. Now after you get out of that pit, your brain automatically programs the problem you have to face the whole day. And let me tell you an interesting fact -- now your brain is ready for the challenges...
No Turning Back
Fooled and deceived, hands-on knees with tears dribbling down his cheeks. Thoughts are many but nothing to speak. An imperfect journey under his feet. No maps, no guide, he has to travel to find ‘what’s mine?’ A static life he dreamed to change, arrested him in their dynamic chains. He looks around to find a deserted lane which scares him to travel again. The memories surface when he starts to walk again. He took his step back for a moment and lifted his gaze, To search for the end of the lane, he has decided to take for once again. The fear starts to blur his mind. What if I lose again? He...
Defining Success
Quarantine has given me time to introspect. I thought I could work on myself and practice mindfulness. But stuck inside your home contemplating can be quite overwhelming. Even though I tried hard to be stoic, I was still comparing myself and my achievements with my peers. This made me feel insignificant, made me question myself and my decisions though I have been doing things that I genuinely enjoy. We have been told that doing certain things would pave the path to success. We have lost ourselves and have started doing things mechanically believing that it will bring us success and happiness...