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THE BRITE BLOG

We share the voices, opinions and stories of many Ventura County youth and young adults here. Not all posts reflect the opinion of BRITE or our sponsors. Managed by Ashley Heatherly.

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We see the perspective of standing in a dark tunnel, with railroad tracks extending to the horizon. At the end of the tunnel is a visible arch with two people standing in it, walking on what appears to be white snow. There is a light emanating from the entrance of the tunnel giving a sense of hope and forward momentum.

We see the perspective of standing in a dark tunnel, with railroad tracks extending to the horizon. At the end of the tunnel is a visible arch with two people standing in it, walking on what appears to be white snow. There is a light emanating from the entrance of the tunnel giving a sense of hope and forward momentum.

Benadryl

A poem written by a college student about her experience witnessing an ex-boyfriend overdose, and how there is always a light at the end of the tunnel even when things feel hopeless.

Oct 242 min read

Water’s Face

Water’s Face

Water’s Face

Writing and painting by Sierra Watson. I wonder how calm water feels; All gathered as I looked upon its face. I’m sure it wonders if...

Sep 82 min read

A young girl is sitting on a cement step with her head covered by her arms, her backpack on the ground next to her. In the background there are 3 other students pointing and laughing at her.

A young girl is sitting on a cement step with her head covered by her arms, her backpack on the ground next to her. In the background there are 3 other students pointing and laughing at her.

Bullying & Resilience

A college student discusses their experience with bullying while growing up and how it's made them a more resilient person and better friend.

Feb 132 min read

An illustration of a person of color with long curly brown hair and expressive brown eyes.

An illustration of a person of color with long curly brown hair and expressive brown eyes.

Black History

A high school student discusses the complications of Black history being promoted while Black people and other people of color are still experiencing racism and violence in our country.

Feb 9, 20241 min read

A picture of a beautiful blue river flowing through rocks covered in green foliage and moss.

A picture of a beautiful blue river flowing through rocks covered in green foliage and moss.

Daughter of the River

A poem by a college student.

Jan 10, 20241 min read

A person is painting the word 'poetry' on a colorful wall. You can also see the word 'pain.'

A person is painting the word 'poetry' on a colorful wall. You can also see the word 'pain.'

The Importance of Poetry

A college student discusses how poetry helps her express her identity as a woman of color and shares one of her poems.

Jan 10, 20242 min read

First Generation

A college student discusses her experience being a first-generation college student and the struggles and successes that she's experienced.

Oct 23, 20233 min read

A young person is standing in front of a plain, white wall, smiling with her eyes closed and both hands held up to her heart, like she is giving herself a hug.

A young person is standing in front of a plain, white wall, smiling with her eyes closed and both hands held up to her heart, like she is giving herself a hug.

Older and Wiser

A college student discusses her experience with low self-esteem, why therapy is helpful, and how others can improve their self-esteem.

Sep 28, 20236 min read

A person is sitting at a desk in front of an open notebook, holding a pen and appearing to write a letter.

A person is sitting at a desk in front of an open notebook, holding a pen and appearing to write a letter.

Dear Disappointment

A teen writes a letter to his feelings of anxiety, depression, and disappointment.

Sep 20, 20232 min read

A child stands in the foreground with long hair partially obscuring her face. She is looking down as if she is scared or feeling ashamed. Two adults are arguing in the background and one has their hand held out to the other as if she is pushing him away.

A child stands in the foreground with long hair partially obscuring her face. She is looking down as if she is scared or feeling ashamed. Two adults are arguing in the background and one has their hand held out to the other as if she is pushing him away.

Children Need Support

A college student discusses her experiences with abuse growing up and how it has affected her and her siblings' mental health.

Aug 8, 20233 min read

A person is jogging on a beach at sunrise or sunset. They are mid-stride with one leg touching the ground and the other elevated. The sun is bright orange and close to the horizon, reflecting off of the water. There are scattered clouds and a blue sky at the top of the photo. It feels very peaceful.

A person is jogging on a beach at sunrise or sunset. They are mid-stride with one leg touching the ground and the other elevated. The sun is bright orange and close to the horizon, reflecting off of the water. There are scattered clouds and a blue sky at the top of the photo. It feels very peaceful.

Recognizing Harmful vs. Beneficial Coping Mechanisms

A college student discusses beneficial and harmful coping mechanisms and suggests healthy ways to deal with stress.

Jun 18, 20233 min read

Have I ever tried to kill myself? Yes, twice. Both times were unsuccessful.

Have I ever tried to kill myself? Yes, twice. Both times were unsuccessful.

Suicide Is Not The Option

You deserve to be happy and live a long life full of good moments. Written by a Ventura County high school student. Have I ever tried to...

Jan 20, 20222 min read

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