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    My friend told my crush that I like him!

    Disha | Aug 07th, 2023
    Hey Disha, I am just so damn embarrassed. My friend has told my crush that I like him. It’s such a cringe situation now cos he is my friend too! I don’t know where to hide! Help! Dia, 15!  Not a good thing! Hello mere dost and that does sound like a problem, ouch! Having Continue reading...
  • Being the new kid in the class is scary!

    Vinayana Khurana | On 05-02-2025
    New schools can be overwhelming, with all the jitters of meeting unfamiliar faces and fitting in. Vinayana shared with TeenBook, reminiscing about her diary entry from a day that began with nerves but turned into something extraordinary. Thanks to Mira’s curiosity and kindness, what started as a scary first day transformed into the beginning of Continue reading...
  • How to deal with friendship breakups?

    Disha | On 08-01-2025
    Hello, besties! So, last night, while I was doom-scrolling through Instagram (as one does, duh!), I came across a post that said, “Real maturity is knowing friendship breakups hurt worse than actual breakups.” And while that might not be my exact definition of maturity, the statement does hit hard. Just like a teen messaged me Continue reading...
  • Love languages 101: expressing love the right way

    Disha | On 11-12-2024
    Lately, it feels like love languages are popping up everywhere on social media. Whether it’s a reel saying “if he doesn’t know your love language, dump him” or someone flexing their gift-giving rizz in the comments, everyone’s suddenly obsessed with this term. But what even are love languages? And why should you care? Don’t worry, Continue reading...
  • improving relationships, emotional intelligence

    What’s POV and why should you care? Understanding perspectives

    Shreya Misra | On 03-12-2024
    Say hello to Aarav and Riya, the ultimate frenemy duo always on the hunt for their next debate topic. This time, it’s all about paneer! But hold up, when their senior, Rohan, swoops in, things take an interesting turn. Wondering what magic words Rohan dropped to make them rethink their stance? Keep reading to find Continue reading...
  • Teen learning about empathy and compassion

    Why don’t we get people at times: Understanding Empathy

    Shreya | On 12-07-2024
    Aarav, Riya and Rohan’s lunchtime debate takes an unexpected turn as they try to figure out the secret to stronger friendships and better understanding in their everyday lives. Want to figure this out too? Listen in to their Canteen talk.     Aarav and Riya were still buzzing from their last debate with Rohan about Continue reading...
  • ‘He would laugh at me for asking things’

    Shreya Mishra | On 15-04-2024
    Shagun (15) felt humiliated when her boyfriend would laugh at small things and make fun of her. Earlier she thought that he was just teasing her. But it somehow did not feel right to be treated that way. She shares a page of her diary with us.  Dear Diary, I know I haven’t written in Continue reading...
  • My parents switched my school. I am so nervous!

    Disha | On 10-04-2024
    Hey Disha! Guess what? My mumma and papa dropped a bombshell – they’re switching my school!  I’m kinda freaking out about starting over in a new place. Got any tips to help me survive this? Sana, 16 Hey there, drama queen! So, I heard that your parents pulled a surprise switcheroo on you and now Continue reading...
  • New college, how to make friends, help!

    Disha | On 01-02-2024
    Hey Disha! So, I’m gearing up for college and freaking out a bit about making friends and all. Any tips on how to not be a total awkward potato and actually get people to like hanging out with me? Help a friend out! Ahana, 18, Pune.      Hey there, and welcome to adulting 101 Continue reading...
  • Are Suman and her bf ready to ‘do it’?

    Nisha | On 10-01-2024
    Nisha is worried about her best friend, Suman, who is contemplating becoming intimate with her boyfriend. She questions whether turning 18 automatically equips one with the maturity to fully understand oneself and make such significant decisions. Nisha penned her thoughts into her diary and shared it with TeenBook.     Oye Diary, Remember Suman? Today Continue reading...