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    Parents don’t let me wear what I want to!

    Disha | Aug 13th, 2023
    Hey Disha, what’s up? I am so frustrated. My parents don’t let me wear what I want to. I love shorts, dresses etc but they won’t allow them. All my classmates wear short dresses. Why can’t I? Alyana, 14, Lucknow. Obvious solution Heyyy Alyana! Ohoo 🙁 Sadly, this is such a common problem in so Continue reading...
  • I sometimes wish to go back to lockdown life!

    Amrita | On 07-01-2024
    Reflecting on her life three years after the COVID-19 pandemic, Amrita experienced profound changes and challenges. From social anxiety to adapting to a new world, she shares her journey and the importance of hope and connection in this edition of Feelings Express.  Stuck in the pandemic void  Three years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and Continue reading...
  • Collaboration, connection, creativity: The art of teen networking

    Paras | On 22-12-2023
    Have you ever wondered how to make your dreams bigger and cooler? Get ready to explore something super cool – teen networking! But what is it, and how do you do it? Dive in and find out in today’s edition of That’s Puzzling.     What is networking?  Networking is like making a big group Continue reading...
  • How can we get better if we don’t even talk about it?

    Shaloni | On 21-12-2023
    Why does my family brush it off and say, “you’ll be fine tomorrow,” when I say I’m depressed, but they rush me to the doctor when I have a fever? Shaloni asked her diary and shared it with us. Do you have any answers?     Dear Diary, I heard somewhere that not everyone is Continue reading...
  • Why do teens feel more and think less :)

    Ridhima | On 18-12-2023
    Ever wondered why your emotions sometimes overpower your logic? In this Science Lab article, Ridhima explores the epic showdown between your heart and brain during your teenage years. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of adolescent brain development!     Adult v/s teen brain   In the whirlwind of teenage emotions, have you ever wondered why Continue reading...
  • Hostel diaries : The yin and yang!

    Hardik | On 07-12-2023
    Arnav  (17) was super excited when he heard that he will be going to another town for senior school and live in a hostel. But the hostel was not what he imagined it to be. Do you want to know what happened next? Well here’s what he shared with TeenBook for My Diary.      Continue reading...
  • ‘Why can’t I look like that?’

    Rishika | On 06-12-2023
    Avi’s (15) best friend Roshni refused to eat food during recess for the third consecutive day. Roshni’s reasoning has worried her even more. Let’s listen into their canteen talk. Just not hungry  Avi walked to her usual spot near the back of the dining hall where her friends were eagerly waiting for her so they Continue reading...
  • I want to be on the field but on my terms!

    Lkisha | On 01-12-2023
    Kanika (15) loves football at school, but she and her friends are worried about continuing with the sport. Are their worries great enough to force them to quit? Step into her world as she questions and challenges stereotypes, and shares her love for the game.   Kick-off Most of us started playing football last year, Continue reading...
  • I don’t want to be an engineer or a doctor

    Janhavi | On 09-11-2023
    Jigna’s family is loaded with doctors and engineers, so her parents told her to opt for Science, insisting it’s the best choice for the future. But Jigna, who is currently in class 12, doesn’t really want to be an engineer or a doctor, and she’s having a tough time convincing her parents to let her Continue reading...
  • I liked boys until I saw her….

    Dhairya | On 01-11-2023
    Dhwani, a 15-year-old, who had only ever explored LGBTQ+ for learning purposes, unexpectedly found herself drawn to a girl. Was it jealousy? But itni meethi jealousy! Today, she shares a page from her diary to share her journey of self-discovery. Dear Diary,  For the past few days, this girl has been running through my mind Continue reading...