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Why Are Hobbies Important?

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  Image Source: Pixabay As adults and workaholics with a range of responsibilities and roles to play, we have lost touch with our creative selves. In our childhood days, we were quite passionate about our hobbies. In fact, we believe that hobbies are something that our kids are meant to pursue rather than something we need. The truth is, we have become disconnected from activities that we truly enjoy. Before you reconnect with your creative side, let’s understand why a hobby should be an important part of our lives, regardless of age or stage of life. What is a Hobby? A hobby is an activity you pursue in your free time. Hobbies come with no obligations, which makes them all the more fun and interesting. Unlike work, which demands serious commitment, hobbies are playful activities you enjoy. They can refresh your brain, de-stress you, and take away the pressure to perform. Importance of Hobbies Hobbies matter because they help us see that life isn't a rat race, but...

Why do Teenagers Commit Suicide?

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  Teenage is a crucial phase that every human being has to pass through in a lifetime. It is a period that brings a lot of challenges for sensitive teenagers. These challenges may affect teenagers in common or different ways. Some emerge victorious through this critical juncture in life whereas others fail to do so. Often these youths are not able to cope with the sense of burden and pressure that teenage bring along with them. Their inability to arrive at a solution forces them to take drastic steps to bring an end to the pain that they undergo. Self-harm or suicide is the path they choose when they cannot escape from their world of extreme misery. Why Do Teenagers Consider Suicide? Suicide is the third major cause of death between the age group 15 to 24. The reason why teenagers commit suicide can be complex. Near ones may be at a loss to understand what could have made their child take the most devastating step for ending their life. They have mixed feelings of confusion and gui...