Navigating adolescence can be challenging. Here are 20 valuable lessons I wish I had learned sooner:
- Don’t compare yourself with others
- Drink lots of water
- Must sleep 8 hours
- Wash and moisturize your face twice a day
- Don’t skip meals
- Stretch your body to feel lighter
- Avoid drama
- Your middle school bf is not your soulmate
- Don’t miss special occasions like birthdays, family dinner and parties
- Start a journal, write down your future goals and plans
- Don’t be in a hurry to grow
- Take a break when there is too much pressure around you
- Learn new skills every day
- Be around people who make you happy
- Friends will come and go, so choose yourself
- Wear sunscreen every day
- It’s okay to say No if you feel uncomfortable
- Make good friends not more friends
- Respect and value your parents
- In the end, just love yourself
Reflecting on these insights can help teens navigate their formative years with more confidence and resilience. Embrace these lessons, and remember, you’re growing, learning, and evolving every day.