"Understanding Your Strengths and Weaknesses" by Deborah Job

Hello Teens,

Our favourite guest writer is back with a bang! She has a few words she would like to pass across to the rest of the teenage community. Enjoy the read:



Being a teenager is not a day's job (well obviously) but the trick isn't impossible to pull. I know it has its ups and downs but hopefully, this guide helps. 
Teenagers face so many challenges like dealing with the awkwardness of puberty, personality crisis, power struggle with parents and so on. All these contribute to the making of our personalities. 
To define a teenager in the most basic terms: it is someone between the ages 13-19. Every period of life has its hurdles but today we shall be looking at the weaknesses and strengths of us teenagers. 

STRENGTHS OF A TEENAGER

High Energy Levels: 


It is true that the tiny tots beat us down when it comes to adrenaline boost but we are at an advantage compared to the adults. Teenagers can take a lot of stress and keep standing. You can call it youthful energy and because of this, we are armed for all the academic stress that comes with teenage life. 

Sharp Mind: 


teenagers have a very sharp mind with the highest sensitivity to rewards. We learn a lot faster with rewards. So fellas, if you don't get rewards for you good performances, don't fail to give yourself one. 

BEGINNING OF INDEPENDENCE: 



Teenagers mostly have the tendency to desire to fly out and make their own nest. It is the beginning of a sense of responsibility. We have the need to prove ourselves and if this energy is channelled the right way, we can be very productive. 

INCREASED CONFIDENCE: 



Being a teenager comes with puberty and I've got to say it is usually one of the times we look our best. Although looks don't always matter but looking better is a very good confidence boost. 

So those are just a few of our strengths and as much as you don't wanna hear it, we'll take a look at some of our shady weaknesses too. 

WEAKNESSES OF A TEENAGER


Vulnerability to manipulation: 

Teenagers are more open minded to the suggestions of peers. The need to keep our friends and be among the cool kids might cloud our judgement and lead to bad decision making. 

Sexual Weakness: 


yup!! It's the awkward point. Out hormones are all over the place and keeping them in check might be a little tasking. This may lead to temptations to have teenage sex. Trust me, guys, your best years are yet to come. 

Distractions:


it's not like those distractions weren't there when we were younger. They just have the attention of those in the teenage age range. There's the internet, boys/girls. The list is endless. 

Making the Most our of Our Teen Years
Leaving all the weaknesses to grow would only affect our strengths. It's like putting a bad apple in a basket full of good ones. It'll make us one heck of a mess. Some ways to deal with these weaknesses are: 

Exercise: 



I can't really think of a teenager without stress. I'm not asking you all to become jocks. Maybe a little walk or some yoga could wonders. 

Discipline: 


we are fully capable of handling any challenge that is thrown at us with diligence and a stout heart. With this, we can gradually discover our real identities. 

Don't forget to always seek the help of others. Discern those who are good for you.