Episode 24: Teen Mind Matters: Summer Break Hacks, Slaying the ‘Summer Slump’ and Maximizing Fun ft. Juan Bendana & Ruthie Tessler

About This Episode

Welcome to BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast, where we celebrate the voices and experiences of teenagers. In this episode, hosts Ruthie Tessler, BeMe Youth Ambassador Juan Bendana, and guest host Nikita Patrick dive into the topic of avoiding the summer slump.

As the school year ends, many teens are excited about summer break but also want to make the most of their time and stay productive. Ruthie shares insights from a survey she and Nikita conducted with their classmates, revealing the challenges teens face during the summer and how they can overcome them.

Juan offers valuable advice on balancing relaxation and productivity, ensuring teens don't feel overwhelmed. He also discusses ways for teens to discover their passions and interests during the summer break, exploring activities and resources that can help them find areas of enthusiasm.

Don't miss this insightful discussion filled with practical advice for teens navigating the summer break. Join Ruthie, Juan, and Nikita as they remind you to keep being yourself and stay tuned for more empowering episodes of the BeingMe podcast.

About BeMe

BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teens In MindTM — to improve teen well-being by bringing together the best aspects of social, gaming, streaming engagement, human coaching, and clinical care.

Learn more about BeMe Health and our teen wellness app built With Teens In Mind at ⁠BeMe.com⁠

Our Hosts

• Juan Bendana, BeMe Youth Ambassador
• Ruthie Tessler, High School Student
• Guest Host, Nakita Patrick, High School Student

Producer

• Derek E. Baird, Chief Youth Officer, BeMe Health

Date of Recording

• June 14, 2023

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