Romance, relationships, heartbreak and drama. Most romantic-comedy movies (or TV shows) - specifically aimed at teens and pre-teens - have convinced us all that “you’re not REALLY living your teenage-years, unless you’ve experienced a relationship, major drama, and heartbreak”. But, how true really is that? Let’s talk about relationships. There is no denying that crushes, and subsequent relationships, are one of the most common experiences that you’d face in middle school through highschool. But, honestly? It’s really not the end all be all. The beauty of being in a romantic relationship, for me, lies in the self-discovery, self-growth, comfort and security you are bound to face. In my personal opinion, all relationships - romantic, platonic, familial - teach you a lesson. And it is your duty to learn from that lesson, and grow as an individual, simply so that your future interpersonal relationships can improve. However, the lessons you learn are not always posi...
Meraki [may-rah-kee] (Greek adjective)To do something with soul, love or creativity; leaving a piece of yourself into what you are doing.
We take our inspiration from this beautiful word and aim to do the same. This blog will be a collection of our thoughts and experiences on teenager-specific issues that we’ve had to face.
We aspire to create a safe space for sharing feelings, while being real and shattering common teenage misconceptions, from the points of view of four teenagers.