Real Talk

Welcome to our interactive stories. We’ve taken real life scenarios we have encountered over the years and created interactive stories with alternate outcomes, this page is designed to entertain and to support your decision-making for the real world.

Emotional Well-being & Self-Esteem:

The Comparison Trap

Aisha is scrolling through social media after school. Everyone seems to be having an amazing time, getting great grades, looking perfect and hanging out with friends.

The more she scrolls, the worse she feels about herself.

That evening she notices her mood has dropped and starts thinking:

"I'm not as successful as everyone else."

What should Aisha do?

Aisha spends another hour scrolling.
By bedtime she feels exhausted and even more negative about herself. She struggles to sleep and wakes up feeling anxious.
Outcome: Constant comparison can affect self-esteem and emotional wellbeing.
Aisha puts her phone away and goes for a walk with her dog.
The next day she feels calmer and realises that social media doesn't show the whole picture.
Outcome: Looking after your wellbeing can help you maintain a healthier perspective.

Have you ever compared yourself to someone online? How did it make you feel?

Body Positivity:

The Lunchtime Choice

During lunch, some students are talking about dieting.

One says:

"I'm skipping lunch. I need to lose weight before summer."

Several others agree.

Jordan suddenly feels self-conscious about eating their meal.

What should Jordan do?

Jordan skips lunch.
By afternoon, they're struggling to concentrate and feel tired during PE, their favourite lesson.
Outcome: Our bodies need regular fuel to support energy, muscle growth, learning and wellbeing.
Jordan eats lunch and enjoys spending time with friends.
They have energy for lessons and football practice later.
Outcome: Looking after your body helps it perform at its best.

What's one healthy habit that helps your body feel its best?

Empowered Relationships:

The New Friendship

Taylor has made a new friend.

At first they're fun to be around, but recently they've started making jokes about Taylor in front of other people.

Whenever Taylor looks upset, they say:

"Relax, it's just a joke."

What should Taylor do?

The jokes continue. Taylor starts avoiding social situations and feels less confident.
Outcome: Ignoring problems doesn't always make them go away.
The friend hadn't realised the impact. They apologise and stop making the comments.
Outcome: Healthy relationships involve honest communication and respect.

What are some green flags you look for in a friendship?

Consent & Coercion:

Just One More Time

Kai's friend keeps asking for access to their gaming account. Kai says no.

The friend replies:

"Come on. If we're really friends, you'd trust me."

What should Kai do?

Later, purchases appear on the account, and important settings have been changed.
Kai feels frustrated.
Outcome: Being pressured into something doesn't make it genuine agreement.
Kai repeats their decision.
The friend eventually accepts it.
Outcome: Healthy friendships respect boundaries and personal choices.

Have you ever felt pressure to do something you weren't comfortable with?

Online Behaviour:

The Private Group Chat

A funny photo of a student starts being shared in a group chat. People are adding comments and memes.

Someone posts:

"Share it with more people!"

What would you do?

The image spreads around school. The student becomes aware of what's happened and is upset. The teachers find out what happened and who did it, and everyone gets in trouble.
Outcome: Online actions can affect real people.
You don't share the image. A few others decide not to share it either.
Outcome: Small positive choices can make a big difference online. The teachers still find out what happened, but you are in the clear, and people respect and trust you more.

Would you post or share something if the person was standing beside you? How would you feel if it were you?

Sexual & Reproductive Health:

The Group Chat Myth

A discussion starts in a group chat about how you catch STI’s (sexually transmitted infections). Someone confidently shares a "fact" they've heard online.

Several people start repeating it. Sam isn't sure whether it's true.

What should Sam do?

Sam discovers the information wasn't true, and is now dealing with the health consequences of that.
Outcome: Misinformation spreads quickly when facts aren't checked, and it can have serious health impacts.
Sam checks a trusted source and learns the facts. They help clear up the misunderstanding.
Outcome: Reliable information helps people make informed decisions, and can protect us from ill health.