I am so grateful for all the countless blessings that I find scattered throughout my life. But sometimes (ok let’s be honest – most of the time), I forget about these blessings and focus on the small negative things. I’m so lucky to be surrounded by people who love and care about me, and today, […] The post How to show “thanks” rather than say “thanks” appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

Have you ever wanted to do anything without the chains of Earth’s limits? Perhaps you’ve dreamed of roaming through space, teleporting, or winning a Nobel Prize in your pajamas. It may sound impossible, but science proves it’s achievable—through lucid dreaming. In today’s guide, we’ll explore everything about lucid dreams: what they are, how they happen, […] The post Lucid Dreams 101: How to Control Your Dreams appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

When users first join social media platforms, they’re greeted by a pop-up outlining the platform’s community guidelines, a set of rules intended to establish acceptable behavior and foster a safe environment. In theory, these guidelines are essential for maintaining respect and safety within digital spaces. However, the reality falls drastically short of this ideal. Despite […] The post The Flaws in Social Media’s Community Guidelines and Their Impact appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

Happy New Year, everyone! At the end of 2024, we explored the benefits of opera; the blog post can be found here. In the post, there was a brief mention between the parallels in Mozart’s and Shakespeare’s works. Here, let us consider this connection a bit deeper in depth. Mozart’s Background: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, an […] The post The Connection Between Mozart and Shakespeare appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

Imagine that one catastrophe has the energy equivalent of a billion hydrogen bombs. One phenomenon which has the potential to destroy Earth’s power grids? An explosion that can disconnect satellites and cause a radio blackout? Such potential is held in the marvels of solar flares and while they have been around for ages, recent discoveries […] The post The Fascinating Power of Solar Flares appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

As exam season rolls around, there’s lots of talk about different studying methods and techniques. But one of the hardest things about this isn’t studying itself – it’s having the motivation to get started! So here are some tips for you to use if this is something you struggle with. Divide Up the Material Often, […] The post Overcoming the Largest Hurdle of Studying – Beginning appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

In a surprising turn of events, Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party and as Prime Minister of Canada. This decision comes after months of internal pressure and declining popularity. Trudeau, who has led Canadian politics since 2015, cited internal battles and the need for a “real choice” in […] The post Justin Trudeau Resigns: A New Chapter for Canada’s Liberal Party appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

Introducing the Mayor’s Youth Council Health and Well-Being Column! Each month, we’ll share fun, relevant, easy-to-follow mental health tips through the Youth Central newsletter, giving you the tools and support to prioritize your well-being with new topics and advice every month!   Understanding exam stress:  Natural response to pressure Learning to turn and effectively understand […] The post January Mental Health Tips from the Mayor’s Youth Council appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

  Laufey (pronounced “Lay-vay”) is a 25-year-old Icelandic-Chinese jazz pop artist who has been gaining traction in recent years. Her classical-inspired sound mixed with jazzy chords has won over the hearts of many Generation Z teenagers and adults alike. She has made one of the most popular jazz debuts in recent times, with notable tracks […] The post Laufey’s Musical Revolution: How She’s Bringing Jazz Back for GenZ appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more

As the end of Grade 11 fastly approaches for me, I’ve found myself daydreaming about the future and wondering what awaits me and my peers as we embark on our journeys, whether it’s gaining further education by staying in the province or venturing across the country to study our passions, or even taking a gap […] The post The Ultimate University Guide: How to navigate life at UBC Vancouver and U of Calgary appeared first on Youth Are Awesome ..read more