Learning how to take care of yourself, whether that's understanding different types of gender identity, managing your alcohol use or developing your relationships, is key to your wellbeing.
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Carrie to Annie: I'm heading out for the night, so don't wait up.
On camera: Annie makes notes on a piece of paper.
Annie to Carrie: Have you packed everything?
On camera: Annie stares at Carrie, nodding as she mentally runs through the list.
Carrie to Annie: Change of clothes, undies, comfy undies, make-up bag, face-wipes, moisturiser, cleanser, Rescue Remedy for my anxiety, phone, phone charger, back-up phone, stalker whistle, GPS tracker, Swiss Army knife, Eckhart Tolle book, an A4 printout of those positive affirmations you sent me, charcoal tablets, nasal spray, and Harry Potter one to seven on DVD... also for anxiety.
Annie to Carrie: Ok. Well, have fun.
On camera: Carrie slings her handbag over her shoulder and turns to the camera.
Carrie to camera: Ok, so I didn't print out the affirmations. Sue me.
Energetic pop music.
Text on screen: Overwhelmed with wellbeing woes? Level up on TAKING CARE OF MYSELF.
On screen: The red title card floats up and off the screen, revealing the logo of the School Leavers’ Toolkit in the middle of the screen with a link to their website.
Text on screen: School Leavers' Toolkit logo and school-leavers-toolkit.education.govt.nz
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Sexual health
Feeling comfortable with your body and avoiding any unintended consequences to sex.
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Identity and culture
We are all on different paths in our lives and it’s important to respect one another and our unique experiences of the world.
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Mental wellbeing
Self-awareness, learning how to manage your feelings and seeking support can help you maintain your overall mental wellbeing.
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Physical wellbeing
Find out what services are available and cost-effective to help you look after your body.
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Relationships
Maintaining good relationships with your family, friends and others can enhance your overall wellbeing.
Topics
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Tertiary educationMātauranga matuaKnow what your study and training options are after school.
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Moving out of homeTe wehe i te kāingaWhat to expect when you decide it's time to find your own place.
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Getting a jobTe whiwhi mahiDiscover what your skills are and what is expected in the workplace.
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Government and votingTe kāwanatanga me te pōtiCivics and politics newbie? Learn the basics on getting (more) involved.
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Money and taxMoni me te tākeBe great with a budget, pay your tax and grow your money starting today.