The MindCatcher
Join me on my journey exploring the fascinating world of the teenage mind.
Together, we'll discover the why and how behind our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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Catch Of The Day
The best way to find out whether you’re on the right path? Stop looking at the path.” –
Surviving Blue Monday
Yeah, we survived Blue Monday. Again. If you’ve been on social media lately, you’ve probably seen posts saying “Today is the most depressing day of the year”. That’s basically what Blue Monday is supposed to be. It usually falls on the third Monday of January and...
Finding Order in the Chaos – India
India was my first time ever in the country. And honestly, it hit me like sensory overload on level 100. The noise, the traffic, the smells, the colors. Everything felt loud, fast, intense. Coming from a culture where order is quiet and structured, I felt...
What Lack of Sleep Actually Does to Our Teenage Brains
Okay guys, let’s be real for a second: late night scrolling TikTok, cramming homework past midnight, and waking up way too early for school might be fun in the moment but science is telling us that not sleeping enough as a teenager can actually mess with our...
Feeling Stressed? Science Says Our Pets Could Boost Our Mental Health
Exams can be incredibly overwhelming. I understand that they are important, but the pressure that comes with them can be intense. Between the endless notes, late-night study sessions, and the constant fear of failure, the stress builds up quickly. This past exam...
Honoring Cognitive Neuroscientist Eleanor Maguire
The first time I learned about Professor Eleanor Maguire’s research in school, I was instantly captivated. Her groundbreaking study on London taxi drivers and the hippocampus was one of the first experiments that truly fascinated me. The idea that navigating a city...
New Year, New Adventures
New Year’s resolutions can be a great way to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead but their effectiveness often depends on how we approach them! Resolutions may provide an opportunity to assess what we want to improve or achieve. By...
How To Better Manage Workload, Time, and Stress – Interview with Dr. Michelle Goddard
Stress management is more important than ever today due to the unique challenges and pressures that modern life presents. It is not surprising that teenagers are particularly vulnerable to stress as we face many difficulties during this stage in our life.
Wishing Everyone a Wonderful Start to the New School Year!
From a teenager's perspective, "back to school" can be a mixed bag of emotions—ranging from excitement to anxiety.
The Emotional Senses
Have you ever noticed how certain scents, sounds, or sights trigger emotions for you? Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how deeply emotions are intertwined
Embracing Summer
Summer is here, and I couldn't be more excited! There's something magical about this season that brings happiness and energy into my life.
Why “MindCatcher”?
You might be curious about why I chose "MindCatcher" as the name for my blog. If you've seen my photo with the dreamcatcher, you can probably guess that this beautiful
Getting Outside Improves Our Mood!
There is no shortage of hacks for boosting your mental health. Some, like regular exercise and sufficient sleep, are well-established and widely recommended. Others, such
Are You An Avid Podcast Listener? Check Out The HUBERMAN LAB
According to podcastindex.org there are 4,198,326 total podcasts registered around the world in the month of June of 2024. I recently came across the HUBERMAN LAB
A Breakthrough In Epilepsy Treatment: Oran’s Journey With Deep Brain Stimulation
In a remarkable breakthrough, a pioneering clinical trial in the UK is using deep brain stimulation to treat epilepsy in children, and the results are promising. Oran, a teenager
Nature Time Halves Mental Health Risks For Kids, Study Finds.
Spending time in nature significantly boosts children’s mental health, especially for those from lower-income households, according to a University of Glasgow study. Using
Hello Mindcatchers!
I am thrilled to welcome you to my first post on MindCatcher, your blog for exploring the limitless potential of the human mind from a teenager’s perspective. In a world that