This is a really good question and you’re not the only one who feels this. Sometimes your brain is like “I’m fine,” but your body is like “umm… we are actually not fine,” and then the tears just show up out of nowhere.
Our bodies can hold onto feelings without us even realising. You might not feel sad in your head, but your body is still processing things underneath. Crying can be your body’s way of letting some of that out, even if there’s no clear reason. That “sick” feeling can happen too. Emotions don’t just sit in your brain, they show up in your body — like a tight chest, a weird stomach feeling, or just feeling a bit off.
If it’s happening a lot or it’s worrying you, it’s a really good idea to talk to someone you trust. You don’t have to figure it out on your own. You can also reach out to Kids Helpline anytime on 1800 55 1800 or at kidshelpline.com.au — they’re really kind and good at helping you make sense of what’s going on.
Being liked feels good. Like… of course it does. It makes you feel noticed and important, even if you don’t actually like them back.
That doesn’t make you mean, it just makes you human. Even adults sometimes feel like this.
The only tricky part is you can’t force feelings, yours or theirs. So, if they do like you and you don’t feel the same, the kindest thing you can do is be honest. It might feel a bit awkward, but it’s still the right thing to do.
Friendships run on trust and respect. When someone repeatedly disrespects their friends – like gossiping, embarrassing them, ignoring boundaries, or treating them like a backup option – it slowly damages the relationship.
Sometimes people talk it out and fix things. But sometimes people realise the friendship isn’t giving good vibes anymore and they step back.
Respect isn’t just about being “nice”. It’s about showing your friends that their feelings and boundaries actually matter.
Eating is how our bodies get the fuel they need to grow, think, move, and stay healthy. When we eat food, we chew it and swallow it so our body can break it down and use the nutrients for energy.
For most people, eating regularly throughout the day helps the body and brain work properly. Different people eat different kinds of food depending on their culture, family, and what foods their body can handle — and that’s all part of normal life.
If eating feels confusing, stressful, or difficult for you, you don’t have to deal with that alone. Talking to a trusted adult, school counsellor, parent, carer, or a doctor can really help. You can also contact Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800). You deserve to feel safe and supported when it comes to food and your body.
