I deeply care about the way I view the world. This could be referred to my mindset, or my perspective on life. I haven’t always been aware of my mindset, though. Because of how I grew up, I believed that external approval and praise were what would prove my worthiness. After spending practically my entire life chasing external validation, I realized that I was actually my biggest critic. I struggled with my mental health for most of my high school years. When things finally g

Our world is filled with so many wellness products, daily routines, and diets that are supposed to “improve” our well-being, and so people are blinded from the fact that you don’t have to pay all this money or drastically change your daily routine to improve your well-being. Everyone has different perspectives on “well-being” based on how they live their lives, but what it is to me is being in tune with your body and mind and doing things that will ultimately make both feel b

Who am I? Hello everyone! My name is Kate Hillard, and I’m a 17-year-old senior in high school. Through my school, I’m enrolled in a program called the CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) Program. What I love so much about this program is that it’s unlike any other class out there. I’ve gotten to visit many local businesses, meet with professionals, and get true hands-on experience through creating an event for our community and starting my own business. What is my b