Made with and for rangatahi to help strengthen and empower
Foundations
Learn the foundations of mental wellbeing
Mindful Meditation
Learn to focus on the now, instead of worrying about tomorrow or yesterday. Find peace in the present
Mind Skills
Control your thoughts and feelings - don’t let them control you!
Power Ups
Check out fun activities that make you feel great and boost your confidence and self-esteem
People Skills
Learn how to handle ups and downs in your relationships. Turn moments of stress and conflict into opportunities to grow
Calm
Learn skills to help you relax your mind
Feelings
Discover peace in your body and mind. Learn to reframe stress, understand anxiety, and master easy relaxation techniques
Thoughts
Take control of your thoughts. Identify unhelpful patterns and learn to let go of the ones that bring you down
Actions
Face stress head-on and move past your fears with positive action
Hauora
Journey into a whare of Māori health
Māori Mindfulness
Explore mātauranga, mauri, karakia, waiata and haka. Discover how they can support your wellbeing
Tū Mahi - Activities
Take your mind off things with these tū mahi (activities) that will help you focus on the positive
Tiaki tō tīnana - Self care
Revitalise your mind, body and spirit with these skills for your hauora
Practical Support
Extra resources for accessing practical help
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Change
Take steps towards positive change
Get Smart
Stay sharp! Dive into the latest info on risky substances and addictive behaviours. Empower yourself with knowledge to make smart and safe choices for your wellbeing
Explore It
Ready to change your habits? Get practical feedback, assess your values, and evaluate pros and cons to fuel your motivation for lasting change
Make tracks
Try out tools to crush cravings, keep urges in check, and lower your stress and anxiety
Move
Nurture your mind and body through movement
Sustainable Habits
Create sustainable exercise habits with your virtual chatbot coach
Appreciate your body
Develop body confidence and appreciate your body for what it does, instead of what it looks like
Focus on the positive
Learn to deal with roadblocks and challenges
Achieve your goals
Achieve your meaningful movement goals with tips, advice, and support
Meet the guides helping rangatahi with life skills
Our Headstrong Guides are unique characters, co-created with teens who really get what being a young person today is all about.
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Get the app for free today!
Headstrong is a free mobile and desktop app designed to empower rangatahi and enhance their mental wellbeing.
Don't have a compatible device? No worries! You can use our web app instead.
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