Those closest to me are well aware of the fact that I love Autumn. Several seconds spent surveying my bedroom will corroborate this fact, what with my orange blanket, jack-o-lantern themed figures and gourds that adorn nearly every surface in my room. That being said, I recognize that Autumn isn’t for everyone. For many, the…
It has been nearly three months since I stepped off the plane into the YYC airport, returning from the most incredible adventure of my life. Every day since then, I’ve been reminiscing about moments on the trip and wishing I could relive it. Going on a MEI trip was a truly extraordinary experience, and I…
It’s that time of the year again. That time when all of the motivation you had at the beginning of the school year is starting to wear off. That time when assignments are piling up and procrastination is increasing, when you realize that nothing has changed from last year. That time when the stress is…
…Or at least make a solid effort.
My time as a YVC volunteer has brought me pretty much everywhere: summer camps, green team events, Alberta Ballet, and now, a break-dance battle? That’s right, last Saturday, I was lucky enough to volunteer at Culture Shock 2017, a youth driven art event celebrating culture and community, held at the Genesis Center. If you know…
You’d be surprised at all the different ways that you can do so.
When paper meets pen, the potential and possibilities are limitless. The power of a single pen explores the boundless capabilities of my curiosity, as I write big ideas on little pieces of paper. These ideas are often my version of the truth, of how life works, but never have I truly encountered the truth. The…
Fall is the wonderful time of year where the wind starts to get cold, leaves start to fall, and students begin to hate their lives again. I’ve just made the transition from grade 9 to grade 10 this year, and after the first 3-ish weeks of High School, I feel pretty comfortable highlighting some differences…
Dedicated to SHAD Western Fellows of 2017, Program Directors and Assistants and everyone who made my summer SHAD experience possible. You can find a few accounts of SHAD Fellows’ experiences here on Youth Are Awesome, and from each of them you can easily deduce that SHAD is certainly a summer of a lifetime. I can…
When I was in 4th grade I first heard the concept of a “dumb blonde” When yo mama jokes turned to unrelenting stereotypes and constricted narratives Suddenly it seemed to become accepted that the colour of your hair could somehow determine your IQ That your appearance could somehow reflect what was inside And I…
It started this year on May 23. The so-called worst urban fight in the Philippines since World War II. The local news, PhilStar Global, called it “The “most serious terror event” in South Asia in the past 15 years”. As of September 4th, the reported casualties show that 639 militants have been killed, 9 captured,…
I am pleased to introduce our newest blogger of the month, which comes at a fitting time because it is also her one-year anniversary blogging on Youth Are Awesome! Since September 2016, Hilary Guo has written delightful and humorous posts ranging a variety of topics, from personal opinions, to creative writing, to modern trends! Her cheerful…
As the last few weeks of summer are upon us, it’s time to readjust for the school year- whether that means you have to get out of the summer lull or you need to de-stress from a busy summer. Here are some simple tips to enjoy the last few weeks of your summer while making…
For this Photo of the Week, I decided to share one of my personal favourites that I’ve taken. Last summer, when my family from New Delhi was visiting, we decided to take them on a trip to Vancouver. Since there were a bunch of us, we stayed in this really old, really cool, Victorian style…
Exercise three days a week, and feel like a boss. This year, you’re going to be the one with a healthy body and a blissful mind. And, of course, envious abs. If you’re short on time, but still want the most out of every workout, this is tailor-made for you. Without a doubt, it’s going…