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    Teen learning about empathy and compassion

    What does the ‘F’ word mean?

    Team TeenBook | May 15th, 2020
    Arjun (12) wasn’t sure if he should ask his mom what it meant but many of his classmates had been using the word during fights and he didn’t quite understand what it meant. The other day he almost uttered it in response to a rude classmate. ‘I can ask you, right? ‘Mom, what does f@uk Continue reading...
  • Do I have to decide my future now?

    Meher | On 25-06-2025
    Feeling lost in the sea of career choices? Worried that everyone else has it all figured out while you’re still unsure? You’re not alone. Meher shares a page of her diary. Dear diary, I can’t go anywhere these days without someone asking: ‘So, what’s the plan next?’ It happened again today. One of my father’s Continue reading...
  • Everyone is on vacation except me

    Shreya | On 23-06-2025
    When everyone you know is chilling by the beach, posing with elephants, or hopping through Europe – and you’re just chilling with rajma chawal in your pajamas, it stings. From major FOMO and fridge judgement to surprise nani romance stories and banana pancake disasters, one teen discovers that maybe, just maybe, doing “nothing” in the Continue reading...
  • I wanted to delete that post…

    Saanvi | On 28-05-2025
    Charu and Advika are sitting together in the school canteen during a recess, but Charu seems a little upset. Can a chat with Advika change her mood? Read to find out in this edition of Canteen talk. ​​Advika: Hey, that picture you posted yesterday, you looked amazing! Loved the dress. Charu: Thanks… but honestly, I Continue reading...
  • “Are we even a thing?” Let’s talk situationships & nanoships

    Disha | On 20-05-2025
    Dear Disha, I’m so confused! My friend said she’s in a “situationship” and someone else mentioned a “nanoship”! Are these real types of relationships or just new Gen Z words that make things more confusing? Please explain! — Myra, 16, Delhi Hey Cutie, Welcome to the Era of Relationship Labels™, where every kind of romantic Continue reading...
  • All for a few extra inches… was it worth it?

    Saumya Jyotsna | On 08-05-2025
    Saumya told TeenBook how she took pills to get taller — just because people kept judging her. But things went wrong, and she learned it’s better to love yourself than try to change for others. A few days ago, I was on my way home from office, sitting quietly in the metro. That’s when I Continue reading...
  • I failed my exams, what do I do?

    Disha | On 03-05-2025
    Hi Disha. I just checked out my midterm results and they’re… not good. I am freaking out. How will I tell my parents? What should I do? Please help! Arin, 14 Lucknow.     Hey there! So, you got the news about your midterms, huh? Well, grab a seat and lend me your ear, because Continue reading...
  • improving relationships, emotional intelligence

    Eight kinds of intelligence: Which one is yours?

    Team TeenBook | On 28-04-2025
    If we were to ask you, what is that one question that you have to answer all the time, we bet your answer will be – Beta bade ho kar kya karoge! And if you are clueless about how to answer that, here’s a fun way to find out where your calling lies! We are Continue reading...
  • Positive Vibes Only? Nah! Positive Words Matter Too

    Team Teenbook | On 24-04-2025
    It’s not just about good vibes — the words people say to you actually have power. Ever wondered why a simple “Good job!” from your parents feels so nice? Turns out, there’s actual science behind it! And it plays a big role in shaping your confidence, emotional strength, and even how you handle stress. Let’s Continue reading...
  • How can we get better if we don’t even talk about it?

    Shaloni | On 21-04-2025
    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...