Mindfulness can support and sustain you, by helping you manage the stress of today’s world. Mindfulness has been shown to have a positive impact on stress, attention, and even relationships. The American Psychological Association shares research on a range of benefits of mindfulness, including:

• stress reduction

• boosts to working memory

• focus

• less emotional reactivity

• more cognitive flexibility

• relation satisfaction

Source: https://www.mindfulschools.org/what-is-mindfulness/

Developing a regular exercise habit is one of the greatest things you can do for yourself. An exercise habit can include dance, yoga, hiking or a combination of indoor and outdoor activities. It should be something you really enjoy, so you're inspired to keep doing it.

Why is exercise so essential for teens? Because physical activity has significant benefits for teen mental health, according to a large body of research. In fact, exercise can even be as effective as antidepressants.

Studies show that exercise has the following benefits for teen mental health:

• Positively impacts levels of serotonin, a chemical that helps regulate mental health.

• Releases endorphins, the body's natural "happy chemicals."

• Lowers levels of the stress hormone cortisol .

• Stimulates the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, which improves mood.

• Increases self-esteem

• Helps teens sleep better.