hi all! welcome back to our podcast and a special episode with a member of Washington State's Legislative Youth Advisory Board! in this episode, we dive into how youth can begin their journey with advocacy, how to get involved in their schools, and also talking about personal experience with youth depression and how one can help themselves navigate through that hardship.

as promised, here is some brief information about current (and dead) bills in WA state regarding youth mental health:

there were a couple of bills this past session focused on improving support for youth, especially in schools. one of them was hb 1663 (and its partner bill sb 5369), which wanted to expand the role of school social workers and get more mental health interns and associates into schools, especially in communities that need it most. sadly, that bill didn’t move forward this session. another one was hb 2038 (and sb 5799), which proposed creating a youth behavioral health fund by taxing big social media companies. the idea was to use that money to boost mental health services for youth across the state. that bill also didn’t pass this time, but it shows that there’s growing attention on youth mental health in the capitol.

source: washington state legislature website at leg.wa.gov

hi hi all!! we're BACK and better than ever, giving you an episode on how to have a #mindfulandproductive summer! just because its summer does NOT mean you have to rot all day or be in your summer slump. summer is the time to ENJOY the little things and re-set your mind to be happy and healthy 💛💛

we have exciting content coming up and loads of features to have more diverse voices on the podcast, so stay tuned!! if you want to read more about the science behind the "summer slump", keep reading below:

so if you’re wondering what this whole “summer slump” thing is about, it’s when summer seems like freedom at first but turns into boredom, isolation, and zero motivation, which can actually make anxiety or depression worse. kids often lose the structure they have during the school year, making it harder to adjust back in the fall. college students can also feel disappointed or behind if they don’t have a plan.

the good news? beating the slump is all about adding some structure and intention! for younger kids, keeping a simple routine, planning fun activities, giving them space to play on their own, and using small rewards can help a ton. for college students, it’s about creating a schedule you’re excited for, making time to rest and recharge, staying socially connected even from a distance, trying new things, and letting go of the pressure of what you “should” be doing.

basically: summer doesn’t have to mean rotting away or feeling stuck. with a little planning, you can reset, enjoy the little things, and have the happiest, healthiest summer ever! stay tuned for more awesome tips and voices coming your way!! 💛✨ #mindfulandproductive

source: behavioralpsychstudio.com

we're done! the dreaded junior year is finally behind us which means an episode reflecting on what it means to find ourselves after IB, navigating the confusing thoughts of being a teenager, and being scared of the future. join us in this rollercoaster by listening in!

we hope you enjoy this light hearted episode and found some relatability in our thoughts post-junior year, or some comfort knowing that this year isn't as bad as people make it out to be! you're never alone!

with love, kushi & yana

hi hi all! after our couple month hiatus (so sorry!) we are BACK with another episode, recapping what we've been up to for the last 2 months in terms of advocating for youth mental health.

in the first half of the episode, we talk about our first time experience of LOBBYING, which we did alongside NAMI in order to advocate for various bills and legislation. in the second half, we switch gears and dive into our involvement in the Bellevue Youth Involvement Conference, where we were panelists on their mental health panel! real-world problems and solutions regarding mental health advocacy are shared in this episode, so if YOU want to start your journey advocating, we highly suggest you listen to this episode :)

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do you ever feel frustrated and annoyed by the people who surround you, even your closest friends? this is (most likely) a feeling we've all experienced, but its a confusing one. how are you supposed to navigate such complex feelings? tune in to this episode to see our takes on this topic.

we'll be uploading more content very soon! stay tuned. love u guys 💛

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! we hope you guys enjoyed the new year and spent it with the people you love. in this episode, we're giving you some of our personal tips on self-care on how YOU can create the strongest 2025. from exercising, meditating, hydrating, and practicing gratitude, these simple habits can help us become better, happier, and more positive people.

thanks for tuning in! we hope to see you in our next episode!

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hi hi!!! welcome back to teens unscripted! in this LAST episode of 2024, we look back into 2024, share our highlights, some of our challenges, and the lessons we will carry with us into 2025. we hope you guys have/had a cozy holiday szn and we encourage YOU all to come up with some resolutions for yourself. its never too late to change up your habits.

stay tuned for more content in 2025! thanks for tuning in!

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MERRY (almost) XMAS EVERYONE!!! This episode is a little bit of a shorter one! Join us as we recap our 2024 jnr year, reflect on our accomplishments, share our holiday plans, and more.

We hope you guys are staying warm and cozy during this winter season. We appreciate all your support so much 💛

ALSO! As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to pre-submit questions for our NAMI PANEL on Dec 19th. We would really appreciate your support: https://forms.gle/7yUEgSinypMkVSRv6

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