A VoiceBox Research Report
How schools give students unrealistic expectations about a career and its effects leading to career dissatisfaction.
How doubting can strength your beliefs
A poem telling a story about my own personal experience living in the city, and how I navigated through the particularly cruel times.
The paradox of feeling both too young and too old in your early 20s.
You never know the impact you may have on someone's life
A poem on what once was
In this article, I discuss my journey as a university student with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and my advocacy for peers facing similar challenges.
How I faced the reality that no one can truly know me, and what I chose to do about it
Whenever the world feels bleak I try and remember all the things I am grateful for
I moved alone to a new city in search of 'independence'. This is my journey.
I don't know when I started believing that the word mediocre was interchangeable with bad. This article explores the feeling of dissatisfaction with 'average' and the chase to live a life of success and glory.
Our interview with a pop and classical infused singer-songwriter
I'm tired of being misjudged for who I am
Our recent partnership with Speak Our Minds
How our focus has been hijacked and what we can do to take it back
How I witnessed a change in a bully who then became one of my best friends.
Why it’s crucial for young men to open up about their mental health
Our interview with a purpose-led performance poet and advocate
Navigating late-night overthinking and feeling misunderstood, I find my own escapes and keep moving forward
Why everyone, especially students, can benefit from meditation
How failure is a blessing in disguise
Young men from our community share the importance of opening up about mental health.
How I was engulfed by the "eat the rich" mentality and how I overcame it.
Autism isn’t a curse or a superpower; it’s more like being short — just a natural variation in human diversity
Lessons we can learn from the Novel Klara and the Sun and how it relates to today’s current situation
The piece shares my journey of living with IBD, discussing the challenges of managing a chronic illness, overcoming stigma, and finding resilience
This article shares my journey of growing up as a Shia Muslim, facing discrimination, and struggling with self-acceptance. A childhood incident of being denied a house due my faith left lasting scars, leading to years of fear and isolation.
How changing my name pushed me into an identity crisis and how I emerged out of it.
A critique of the U.S. college admission process
A poem of appreciation for my mother, my hero, who has protected me all my life
But is that tackling the real issue?
A short story about what I've learned about loneliness and low self-esteem
How I learned to overcome insecurities that are out of my control
A heartfelt poem about an international student’s loneliness, challenges, and strength while working towards their dreams far from home
An art piece exploring the moment of losing a part of yourself
How a severe stutter and a lisp affected my confidence, and how I overcame them
My story about my struggles with mental health
A poem dedicated to all the victims of prejudice, and a vision for a future where they are embraced for who they are, as I have come to embrace myself.
What we can learn from the hit movie and how it relates to a simple, everyday life.
A personal answer to questions like 'What is philosophy?' and 'Why is it important?'
Facing oneself is the first step towards finding true happiness
The confessions of a student who wasn't satisfied with their excellent exam results and why it's justified
A twenty-year-old reflects on his carefree teenage years, missing his freedom while struggling with the challenges of growing up
The importance of exploring your interests outside of school
Approaching others' actions and intentions with more empathy
The little things that give life its spark
How we are not utilizing the true power of self help books
My journey of self reflection and acceptance of my "normal life".
Insight into my discovery of how to navigate mental health complexities
My life at uni as someone who has never gone out drinking
The wisdom that's supposed to help but only hinders
A theme that has stuck with me since seeing the film
The digital beauty standard reshaping our self-image and society
Preparing to do the thing isn't doing the thing.
Reflections from rewatching the HSM movies in my 20s
Reflecting on the challenges I faced during my physique transformation
"Fashion is the purest way to express who we are."
We had the pleasure of being a partner at the Shout Celebration Mental Health and Arts Festival!
My uncertainty about becoming an adult soon and how I deal with it
My personal insights on peer pressure in university and the importance of standing tall.
My reflections on the film and the struggle to embrace authenticity in a beauty-obsessed world.
An art piece for those carrying unseen burdens
Building confidence can create a world of opportunities
Sharing my experience as an asexual individual
A poem reflects on the delicate subject of having an eating disorder.
For my friends, who brought me back to life.
A small shred of hope I held onto and wrote down during the COVID-19 pandemic, but grows ever more relevant in today's times of volatile uncertainty.
How Derek's struggles have taught me important lessons that I can apply to my everyday life.
This poem seeks to shed light on the struggles of neurodivergent people.
A first hand account of how life can be changed overnight by Ketamine addiction.
What does it mean and is it a motto you should live your life by?
Sometimes its better to let friendships fade than to try to salvage them
In 2022, I was feeling lost. So I wrote a letter to myself. Hopefully you'll find something in it that helps you too.
A poem of thoughts unfolding during the quiet of the night
This article explores a thought-provoking scene from Grey's Anatomy that offers an empathetic perspective on obesity.
Being alone isn't a punishment, but an act of self-love
A new perspective on stretching the truth
A poem about mental growing pains
Embracing a time of reflection and celebration
This story is about how Superman helped me improve my mental health. I wrote this article in the hope it can help others who are different than the 'average person'.
A poem articulating how it feels to move to a big city, after knowing only a small town from birth.
The type of Seasonal Affective Disorder you may not have heard of
A poem about the self doubts we have.
A look into the rat race student admissions have become and how students (myself included) inadvertently become sucked into the toxic habit of 'hustle culture'. A call to all students to resist that siren song.
Overcoming my perfectionism to find true happiness
Caring about your looks does not equal less intelligence
A poem about Results Day and how grades do not define you.
My messy road to recovery.
A poem about the difficulty of moving on.
The power of choosing yourself in a world that expects you not to
A poem about overcoming tough times and trusting yourself
This is a collection of four different poems that starts up chaotic and ends on a hopeful note.
What my favourite childhood films taught me about the power of embracing boundless dreams
"Am I actually human?" is my introspective journey through questioning my own humanity, grappling with doubts and emotions while seeking authenticity and self-discovery.
Breaking the stigma is crucial!
An interview with a VoiceBox Ambassador experiencing the effects of Long COVID
For young men finding their own style, a sequel to the first part: A guide to navigating aging and looking good, while building a framework for yourself that lasts and finding confidence in the world as a new adult.
The beauty of life is that it's fleeting
When the person who is supposed to be your protector is your tormentor
A little girl finds her way as her dreams get smaller
An interview with a VoiceBox Ambassador and Content Creator passionate about mental health awareness
How the act of writing can provide solace and understanding
Now the loss of you is a living thing and I don't want to be alone with it
A poem about losing something, and how to move on.
Not everything is as it seems
Tips for maintaining consistency even when life gets busy
A discussion piece of the health impacts of loneliness and why young people are the most affected
The feelings of being in an abusive relationship, put into words
A poem about the worth and wonders of human beings
A series of photos appreciating the beauty of the nature
A poem about overcoming worries and letting them drop like raindrops.
How to not lose your favorite parts of yourself as your life ebbs and flows
To those who never learned to suffer out loud
This poem describes the masquerade of life, where individuals wear masks to conceal emotions and fractures within. It suggests a call to break free from the charade, emphasizing that life is too short to hide and pretend.
Why it's important to try new things, and being okay with failure
How to overcome impulsivity and make more thoughtful choices
As we delve into the 2nd quarter of the year, armed with aspirations we may find ourselves at the crossroads of ambition and reality where burnout looms. Here's how to tackle it.
This is a short piece I wrote about having the power to smile
Introverts aren't anti-social they just have different ways of "recharging"
This piece tells a story of how one woman's struggle can transfer not only to her daughter, but her granddaughter as well. It's a cautionary tale on how trauma not dealt with, can affect generations down the family line.
This poem talks about how we humans try to cleanse our memories be it good or bad but often fail and these memories flood our emotional wellbeing.
For young men who have stepped into young adulthood only to find they've somehow missed the style bus: A guide to navigating aging and looking good, while building a framework for yourself that lasts and finding confidence in the world as a new adult.
The challenges of going to school after moving across the world
How to take accountability and move on from your mistakes - Part two of my "Hey Big Sis" series
"Fanfiction" is becoming a household word, and we should embrace that.
A reflection on one of the hardest phases of life
Discussing the issue of violence which a staggering amount of children face in Pakistan.
How to move on from being a people pleaser - The first part in my "Hi Big Sis" series
Doom scrolling...Who knew that little inanimate squares could hold such power over us? I didn't. But now that I am fully immersed into this world of escapism granted through my phone, it's incredibly hard to stop.
Therapists can have life changing impacts on their patients' mental health, but what toll does it take on their own mental wellbeing?
Why we shouldn't cast mythology aside and instead embrace it as a way to expand our worldviews
I fear femicide as a Kenyan woman, but I also believe that honest communication will possibly mend the divisions between the sexes.
This poem describes the silent battle which I fought, the loneliness which engulfed me. I express the need to escape it and long for a normal life.
Why you should consider putting your phone away before bed
What I've learned from attending a cadet college
If you're looking to get into the advocacy space, here are some essential pieces of advice to consider
A poem against global poverty
To growing up and finding our own paths
The reality of 'moving on'
A poem
This poem describes the internal struggles, and the emotional scars of bullying.
A poem for those whose childhoods don't easily transition into adulthood.
A poem about body image
I wrote this poem to write about my journey through transitioning. The garb here is a metaphor for the judgement and mockery that a trans woman has to face, which suffocates and kills in silence. The poem ends with me ridding myself of the garb.
An Ode To The Seasons Of White
Is this self-care trend actually good for you?
I share my thoughts on growing up with grief. How I worry I sound like a broken record always talking about her. As well as grief advocacy. It is a constant battle in my own head. I worry if I stop talking about her, then she will be forgotten
A different kind of calendar leading up to Christmas...
A poem about a young girl's journey with ASD, exploring the challenges of masking her true identity, and the relief of diagnosis
Practical steps for young people to improve their well-being in the current financial storm
A poem about the pressures of teenagehood
This is a short poem and a cinematic video about how I saw the world as a kid
Navigating society's complex views on sexuality in 2023
What does it mean and why are parents banning shows like Cocomelon?
A poem about toxic masculinity and mental health
How internet trends are causing people as young as 14 to try and reverse the effects of growing older
Why isolation is something we should take seriously
An artist's rendition of loneliness
Working from home isn't always what it's cracked up to be
The bittersweet journey of leaving your home country
A short story about combating loneliness
An artist's rendition of the feeling of being lonely in a room full of people
Why being social can feel like a struggle the older you get
A poem about feeling lonely in a busy city
A poem about embracing changes in life
Personal tips for self-help
What we can learn from the most decorated gymnast
