Here is another incredible story about Insomnia, if you guys relate to this tune in to hear about Zarina's experiences:

Brief summary (in english and chinese):

- Zarina was diagnosed with depression and general anxiety disorder three years ago

- During insomniac behavior, she detailed uncontrollable racing thoughts and various types of hallucinations

- This affected her focus and performance during the day

- She was unable to keep up with expectations from her teachers

- As traditionalists, her parents didn’t necessarily believe in mental health, which created a barrier between them and Zarina herself.

- She never stopped fighting through this disorder. She continued to find ways to overcome it by watching ASMR, her interest in reading, listening to music

Ultimately, Zarina continues on her journey of embracing her Insomnia and much more. Her advice for you guys who might have Insomnia is the importance of openly communicating with those whom you trust, and to stand up for yourself when misunderstood. Thank you so much again, Zarina for sharing your story, and we are proud of everything you’ve been through and overcome.

呢度有另一個關於失眠嘅難以置信嘅故事，如果你哋同呢首歌有關係，想聽下 Zarina 嘅經歷：

簡單總結（中英文）：

- Zarina 三年前被診斷出患有抑鬱症同一般焦慮症

- 喺失眠行為期間，佢詳細講述咗無法控制嘅賽車思想同各種幻覺

- 呢個影響咗佢喺日頭嘅專注力同表現

- 佢跟唔上老師嘅期望

- 作為傳統主義者，佢嘅父母未必相信心理健康，呢個就係佢哋同扎里娜本人之間嘅障礙。

- 佢從來都冇停止過透過呢個疾病去戰鬥。佢繼續搵方法去克服佢，就係睇 ASMR ，佢對閱讀嘅興趣，聽音樂

最終，扎里娜繼續佢嘅旅程，擁抱佢嘅失眠症同埋其他好多嘢。佢對你哋可能有失眠症嘅人嘅建議係，要公開同你信任嘅人溝通，同埋喺被誤會嘅時候要為自己挺身而出。再次多謝你， Zarina 分享你嘅故事，我哋為你所經歷同克服嘅一切感到自豪。

In this Episode of TeenMindsUnlocked x Mindserum, we sit down with Maggie, a medical student who has battled insomnia since childhood. She opens up about the emotional toll, social misunderstandings, and the daily challenges of living with sleeplessness.

🔍 We explore:

• How insomnia impacts academic performance & social life

• Practical tips that worked (and what didn’t)

• The power of journaling and mindset shifts

• Why empathy matters when supporting those with insomnia

If you've ever spent nights staring at the ceiling, this episode is for you. 💤

Chloe, the founder of TeenMindsUnlocked and Brooklyn, the founder of Mindserum, discusses academic related pressures that, widespread and common, hopefully resonate with you guys too! From fresh perspectives on why we react to pressure the way we do to innovative solutions for dealing with pressure, such as hiding the time on our laptop, this vulnerable exchange explores the depth of stress, burnout, and internalised competition. Thank you Brooklyn and Chloe for offering your point of view, and we hope you guys could resonate with this too!

TeenMindsUnlocked 嘅創辦人 Chloe 同 Mindserum 嘅創辦人 Brooklyn 討論學業相關嘅壓力，呢啲壓力廣泛而普遍，希望你哋都可以有共鳴！呢個脆弱嘅交流，從新鮮嘅角度去探討點解我哋會以我哋嘅方式對壓力作出反應，去到創新嘅解決方案去處理壓力，例如將時間隱藏喺我哋嘅手提電腦上面，探討壓力、倦怠同內化競爭嘅深度。多謝 Brooklyn 同 Chloe 提供你哋嘅觀點，我哋希望你哋都可以同呢個有共鳴！

In this episode of TeenMindsUnlocked x Mindserum, we dive deep into the complexities of social media anxiety with our guest Jennifer. We explore how social media can enrich our lives while simultaneously diminishing our real-life experiences. Join us for an insightful conversation about the influence of social media on mental health, self-perception, and the challenges of navigating the digital landscape. Tune in to discover strategies for finding balance and managing anxiety in an increasingly connected world.

This episode of TeenMindsUnlocked x Mindserum features Tiffany, a Year 4 Dental student and dedicated basketball player. She opens up about her grueling schedule of training 6 days a week, coping with performance anxiety, overcoming low points, and the driving force behind her 12-year journey in the sport. Tune in for an authentic conversation on resilience and passion.

Herman’s story is about ambition, sacrifice, and steadfast focus. From playing football at the age of 10 to being in his 4th year as a professional player, he finds it very important to find a balance between social life and academics, especially juggling with the IB curriculum during his pivotal years of football training. Yet, this comes with sacrifices. Despite inevitable comparisons with peers, with determination, and a goal driven mindset, he strives to focus on himself and his journey with football, and plays to not please others but himself. Herman suggests that once we have set a goal for ourselves, it is best to walk the path down and not to be easily distracted by external environments/stimuli. He also thinks that communication with parents and schools is key to maintaining support for the schedule of professional student athletes, such as the transparency from students themselves and understanding, as well as empathy from parents and schools. Thank you, Herman, for sharing his ups and downs, and the journey that he took to reach your goals step by step with us. I hope he continues to achieve new heights, inspiring others with his dedication and passion.

Herman的故事講述了關於足球生涯中的抱負、犧牲與堅定不移的專注。從10歲開始踢足球的他，到如今成為職業球員的第四年，他認為在社交生活與學業間取得平衡至關重要——特別是在足球訓練的關鍵時期中，需要同時應對IB課程，這不免伴隨著種種犧牲。儘管與朋輩比較是難以避免的，但憑藉著決心與以目標驅動的思維，他始終專注於自身與足球之路，為自己而非取悅他人而戰。Herman建議，當確立目標後，就要堅定地走下去，不被其他外在事物干擾。他亦認為，與家長和學校的溝通對學生運動員的成長十分重要，這需要學生主動分享自己的挑戰，同時家長與學校展現理解與同理心。感謝Herman分享他作為學生運動員的歷程，以及一步步邁向目標的旅途。希望他再創佳績。

In this insightful interview between Chloe, the founder of Teen Minds Unlocked, and Dr. Lui, an educational psychologist, the complex subject of failure among teenagers is explored in depth. The discussion begins with a critical inquiry: Should we normalize failure? A common theme throughout the conversation is how failure impacts adolescents emotionally, often leading to stress, anxiety, and diminished self-confidence. Dr. Lui emphasizes the importance of a growth mindset and reframing failure as a stepping stone toward success rather than an endpoint. The dialogue covers common misconceptions about failure, the effects of peer pressure, and the vital role of supportive educational environments in fostering resilience. Through actionable strategies for educators and parents alike, the interview advocates for a cultural shift to embrace failure as a crucial component of personal growth.

In the third season of the podcast “Teen Minds Unlocked,” our Founder discusses the importance of taking breaks, focusing on effective techniques such as the Pomodoro Technique and mindfulness practices. Chloe invites a special guest, a school social worker, who shares insights on managing work and study efficiency. They explore how structured breaks can enhance productivity and mental health by balancing focus and relaxation. The conversation emphasizes individual adjustments to break strategies according to personal preferences and workload demands, thus promoting well-being in both academic and work environments for youths and young adults.