Spring often feels like a fresh start. The weather changes, the days get longer, and many people naturally begin thinking about resetting routines or building healthier habits. But improving your mood doesn’t require a complete life overhaul — sometimes small, realistic changes can make a big difference.

In this episode, we’re talking about practical, teen-friendly ways to refresh your mindset, your environment, and your daily habits so you can feel more balanced and motivated during this time of year.

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Advocacy isn’t just about big speeches or national movements — it starts with showing up. Whether it’s standing up for a peer, organizing a service project, or speaking out about mental health, student voice has the power to create real change. Today, we’re exploring how service and advocacy connect to teen mental health — and how small actions can create meaningful impact in schools and communities.

In this episode, we're joined by a special guest from the National Association of Secondary School Principals who sponsor  National Student Council and National Honor Society, Jen Silva, to talk about Showing Up & Speaking Out: The Power of Student Advocacy.

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Interested in becoming a Work2BeWell National Student Advisory Council member? Find the application here.
(Applications are open until April 15.)

Prom is often talked about as one of the most exciting moments of the school year — but for many teens, it can also come with a lot of pressure and stress. From figuring out what to wear, coordinating plans with friends, managing costs, or making sure everything goes perfectly, prom season can quickly feel overwhelming.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about why prom planning can feel so stressful and sharing some helpful tips to make the experience more manageable — and hopefully more fun. Because at the end of the day, prom should be about enjoying the moment and celebrating with friends.

For more information and resources, visit Work2BeWell.
Interested in becoming a Work2BeWell National Student Advisory Council member? Find the application here.
(Applications are open until April 15.)

As spring rolls around, there’s often this expectation that we should feel energized, motivated, and ready to finish the school year strong. But for many teens, this season brings exhaustion — from schoolwork, activities, social commitments, and life in general. Today, we’re talking about why feeling tired right now is completely normal, and why rest is not something you need to earn or feel guilty about.

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In a world that constantly pushes timelines — grades, college plans, achievements, and “success stories” on social media — it’s easy to feel like you’re behind. But growth isn’t a race, and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Today, we’re talking about what it means to grow at your own pace, honor your journey, and celebrate progress without comparing yourself to others.

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Scrolling through social media can make it feel like everyone else is ahead — achieving more, doing better, or living a “perfect” life. Comparison has a sneaky way of showing up, impacting our mood, motivation, and mental health. Today, we’re talking about why social comparison happens, how it affects teens, and how to refocus on your own path without getting stuck in comparison traps.

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The way you treat yourself sets the tone for everything else in life — how you handle stress, how you show up in relationships, and how you move through challenges. Today, we’re talking about what self-love really means, how to quiet negative self-talk, and how to build a healthier relationship with yourself in realistic, everyday ways.

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Being a student leader can be exciting and empowering — but it can also be stressful, exhausting, and full of pressure that others don’t always see. Today, we’re talking about the mental health impact of student leadership, how to manage expectations, avoid burnout, and stay positive while leading at school.

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Every choice we make — big or small — shapes our lives and mental health in ways we don’t always notice. From everyday decisions to big life moments, choices can bring pressure, stress, and sometimes uncertainty. Today, we’re talking about how you make decisions, what influences those choices, and how to learn and grow when things don’t go as planned.

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It’s tough to scroll through the news or social media and see leaders using slurs, bullying others, or tearing people down. It can feel discouraging, confusing, or even scary — especially when the people impacted look like you, your friends, or your community. Today, we’re talking about how negativity in the news affects teen mental health, and how young people are choosing to stay informed without losing hope.

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