The Knight Talk

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Northern Granville Middle School

01 October 2026

4m 15s

Episode #2: Managing Stress - Insights from our 8th Graders

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In this engaging episode of the Knight Talk Podcast, host Allison Sommer and guest Evie Stewart dive into the challenges and coping mechanisms associated with stress, particularly for students balancing school and work commitments. Evie shares her personal experiences working in a restaurant while managing school stressors such as upcoming tests. She discusses various techniques to alleviate stress, including engaging in creative activities like drawing and writing, playing with her rabbit, and finding comfort in conversations with trusted individuals. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-expression and exploring new hobbies as effective stress management strategies.