I used to think empowerment would feel like confidence. Like one day I would wake up and suddenly feel ready, prepared, and certain, the way adults always seem in conferences and interviews. But that day never came. Instead, I kept starting things while unsure. A small youth initiative. A workshop...

We often think of “being healthy” as simply being free from physical illness. But real well-being is much more. It involves having a healthy mind and body. Just as our bodies can become sick, our minds can also experience challenges. Stress, anxiety, and depression are far more common than many...