In this episode, our teens shed light on what it feels like to spend time alone. They explore the benefits of carving out time by themselves, as well as the fine line between solitude and loneliness. Their insights helped us see time spent by oneself in new ways.

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Embers is a place where teens share their stories as they navigate the waters between childhood and adulthood. Join us as they explore timely and compelling topics—fanning the embers burning in each of us.

Embers is a production of valo. We are an organization committed to guiding teens as they seek to create real connections in our increasingly digital world. We take teens from all walks of life on retreats. In this space, they are eager to open up and uncover what matters most. For them, it’s pretty simple—sustained, unplugged, face-to-face connection.