Staying Strong, Staying You

Rose Hedgemond
6 days ago
2 min read

Let’s be honest: it’s easy to scroll through social media and feel like everyone else has it all together. The perfect hair, the perfect skin, the perfect smile—and all before 8 a.m.? It can leave even the most confident girl wondering, “Am I enough?”

Here’s the truth: What you see online is only a piece of the picture. Filters, edits, retakes, and clever captions make things look “perfect.” But behind the screen, most girls are trying to figure things out—just like you.

We’re also stepping into a brand-new world. Some people are calling it the AI Industrial Revolution, but we prefer to think of it as an AI Evolution. Technology like artificial intelligence is changing everything: from how we learn, to how we create, to how we express ourselves. But here’s the thing—you are not a machine. You’re a masterpiece in the making.

So how do you protect your mental health in this high-speed, high-pressure world, and be strong?

Let’s start with this:

5 Powerful Ways to Stay Mentally Strong

Unfollow the Noise-If a post makes you feel “less than,” it’s okay to hit that unfollow button. Follow accounts that uplift, inspire, or teach you something new.
Create More Than You Consume-Instead of just watching videos or liking pictures, try making something yourself—a painting, a poem, a video, a body scrub! Your creativity is your superpower in this new age.
Get Outside—Your Mind Needs Sunlight Too-Sunlight helps your brain release serotonin, a feel-good chemical. Even 15 minutes outside can boost your mood and help you feel grounded.
Move Your Body to Calm Your Mind-You don’t need to run a marathon. A walk, a dance party in your room, or stretching in the morning can lift your spirits and clear your thoughts.
Talk It Out—Don’t Bottle It In-Whether it’s a mentor, a parent, a counselor, or a trusted friend, your voice matters. Expressing your thoughts is a sign of strength—not weakness.