Internet Stranger
Although the internet can be a great place to learn, connect, and meet people from all over the world, it is important to watch for warning signs and take preventative measures. Never give out...
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Asking questions about your health
Being a young person is full of changes, and some of these changes may lead you to having questions about your health. You might wonder whether the things you’re feeling, thinking or experiencing physically...
What is Anxiety?
Is anxiety a real thing? Or just something people say when they are stressed? Everyone can get stressed out or nervous when it’s their first time trying something new, or they are getting ready...
Helpful App for Anxiety
Created by Anxiety BC (a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the public’s awareness and access to resources on anxiety disorders) and BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services, this app is your own personal and portable...
Social media: reflect back
Have you noticed that sometimes after looking at social media, you feel worse? Sometimes it is fun to look at social media, but other times, it can worsen your mood. It can be different...
Talking with your parents
Often as we get older our relationships begin to change, especially with our parents. This can be very challenging. For example, you might have been able to talk with your parents when you were...
10 Mindful Minutes
We previously posted about mindfulness. However, as we start into summer, we thought we could use a small reminder (it’s only 10 minutes!) about ways to practice mindfulness over the extremely busy upcoming months....
The Power of Hugs
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn...
Meet Alyssa: Founder of ‘Inside Our Minds’
A member of the SOVA team recently had the great opportunity to meet and interview Alyssa Cypher. Alyssa is the founder of ‘Inside Our Minds,’ which was previously featured on SOVA. During this interview...
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