Whether it’s something big or small, racial stereotypes are suffocating. Today, speaker Canwen and I talk about how we can deconstruct racial stereotypes in school, work or family, and emerge as a more self-aware and headstrong individual.

Vulnerability is what connects us, and I figured I need to be more open about my fears to connect more with you: my precious listener. I am forever grateful for the vulnerability you show through your letters and today's' episode is my way of sending a 'letter' by being authentic and real discussing topics that make me want to hide away! I believe youths need to be more vulnerable and open to talking about 'uncomfortable' topics. After all, we go through the same things, so let's have each other's backs :)

We all live with some kind of expectation upon us. It can be a positive expectation that pushes us to grow and develop, but conversely, it may be a negative expectation that puts a lot of burden on our shoulders. Key take away from this episode: create YOUR expectation, and play around with high expectations! (it’s a metaphor)
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Feeling excluded in a friendship group, feeling unconfident or hesitant... We've all been there, and it can be terrible at times. In this episode, I talk all about friendship and the awkward discomfort that come and go at times. All from becoming your best friend to seeking real connection, today's episode will leave you feeling a little better and ready to tackle your friendship problems.

We all have times when we’re motivated, but very easily, we fall off track.

Today’s youth letter was based on our struggles in successfully completing what we set out for ourselves and building lasting motivation. It is so normal to fail our schedules, our goals, but we always have the option of choosing to get back up and start over.

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Young people need a space to talk freely.

In this podcast, Clara outlines the frameworks of the I Hear Youth Podcast, the purpose and motive behind it and a brief introduction of herself.

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