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Learning to enjoy my own company helped me make better friends

Charlie reflects on growing up neurodivergent, masking loneliness in school, and learning to build self-acceptance and meaningful connection.

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Waiting for an immigration decision and coping with the uncertainty

Suhayl shares the mental toll of waiting on an immigration decision while separated from family, and the small routines that keep hope alive.

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Realising school was traumatic helped me start healing

Written by: Charlie Harney

After struggling to attend school, Charlie felt stuck in cycles of panic and shame. One moment in counselling helped them understand their experien...

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How a health scare taught me to advocate for myself

Written by: Anonymous

After a sudden health scare, Sophia spent time in hospital and underwent treatment. This is how the experience changed her summer and her outlook.

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Finding my path with an apprenticeship in STEM

Written by: Eloghosa Imafidon

Failing the Leaving Cert wasn’t the end for Eloghosa. PLCs and a STEM apprenticeship helped her build a real career through alternative education.

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What losing rugby and finding my ADHD diagnosis taught me

Written by: Rory Finlay

Rory shares his journey of injury recovery, ADHD diagnosis, and grief, highlighting resilience, support, and the lessons he learned along the way.

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I didn’t think burnout could happen to someone like me

Written by: Ganika Shree

I used to think burnout was something that only happened to older people with high-stress jobs. People with big titles, long hours, and too many re...

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When heartbreak means putting your safety first

Written by: Charlie

Charlie shares the story of a friendship that turned painful, reflecting on love, loss, and the difficulty of leaving an unsafe dynamic.

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Growing up in rural Ireland my Irish identity was always questioned

Written by: Sophia Black

Sophia shares her experience growing up with mixed heritage in rural Ireland, exploring identity, belonging, and the pressure to explain herself.

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