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How to Manage Stress Before Midterms and Finals

When midterms and finals roll around, many students find themselves in the “I’m so stressed” zone, feeling trapped by it and not sure what to do instead. In this solo episode, Leslie shares the thing nobody tells you about stress: it isn’t the cause of anything, it’s the result. Think of it as your body’s check engine light, letting you know something under the hood needs attention. Once you see that, you can stop fighting stress and start changing the things that feed it.

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Is My Eating a Problem? Signs Every Teen Should Know

Ever wonder if your relationship with food is actually okay? In this episode, registered dietitian Jessica Setnick joins Leslie to talk about the early signs that eating has become more than just eating — the connection between stress and food, why body image gets distorted, and how to know when it's time to talk to someone. This one's for any teen or college student who's ever felt confused, guilty, or "off" about food.

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Homesick at College? Here's What's Actually Normal

When you're a few weeks (or months) into college and suddenly hit with a wave of "wait, why do I feel so bad? Is this normal?" it might be helpful to know, it actually is normal. In this episode Leslie breaks down what's actually happening when the initial excitement of college fades. Why you might feel out of place or homesickness sets in, and why it's so much more common than it feels in the moment. Plus, three things you can do about it.

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