116 Things Every Girl Needs to Know : Important Life Advice for Teenage Girls

By Mansa Mami

Title: "116 Things Every Girl Needs to Know: Important Life Advice for Teenage Girls"

 

Navigating the teenage years can be tough, but "116 Things Every Girl Needs to Know" is here to help. This must-read guidebook offers practical advice, inspiration, and guidance for teenage girls on a wide range of topics, from self-care and relationships to academics and career planning.

With 116 chapters, "116 Things Every Girl Needs to Know" covers everything from building self-esteem and setting goals, to understanding friendships and navigating the dating world. The author, a experienced counselor and mentor for teenage girls, shares her wisdom and guidance on a wide range of topics, including:

• Building self-confidence
• Setting and achieving goals
• Understanding and managing emotions
• Navigating social media and the internet
• Handling peer pressure and bullying
• Building and maintaining healthy relationships
• Exploring academics and career paths
• Finding role models and mentors
• Understanding the importance of self-care

With a relatable and easy-to-read style, "116 Things Every Girl Needs to Know" is the perfect guidebook for teenage girls looking to navigate the complex and often challenging years of adolescence. This book is also perfect for parents, educators, and mentors looking to support and guide the teenage girls in their lives.

Don't miss out on this essential guidebook for teenage girls. Order your copy of "116 Things Every Girl Needs to Know" today and start your journey to becoming a confident, self-assured, and successful young woman.

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Sugu Publishing
• Release date: Jan 22, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215494820

Book preview

CHAPTER ONE

ACCEPT YOURSELF FOR WHO YOU ARE

What Matters Most is How You See Yourself. – Anonymous

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irls are often taught or quickly learn that only certain looks, products, or styles are acceptable. This is not true. The best advice that can be offered is to accept yourself for who you are now. If you want to continue playing with dolls at 13 or have a bed full of stuffed animals when you go away to college, then do it. If you want to dress in all black for a year and then wear all pink the next, do it. Do not change yourself for others, but make sure you are happy with who you are and what you are portraying to the world.

Accepting who you are is not about creating an image but about knowing what you love and believe in for your life. If you enjoy playing sports, working on cars, or doing hair, build on that for your future. It does not matter what the world wants you to do or how they want you to look if you are content with yourself.

It is also important to remember that who you are at 13 or even 19 is not set in stone. If you choose to make life changes, work toward those positive changes regardless of age. Those who are happiest in life are not necessarily the prettiest, the richest, or the most fashionable; they are the ones who accept themselves, flaws and all, and never stop growing as people. If you are struggling with accepting yourself, talk to someone you can trust that will help you see how wonderful you are in life.

Chapter TWO

BE THE FRIEND YOU WANT

The Way You Treat Yourself Sets the Standards for Others. – Amelia Wright

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riends are special in the teenage years. Many times, the friends we make in our teenage years will still be around decades later, but to have friends that really matter and can show true love for one another, you must be that friend. A great friend is one that can be counted on in both good and bad times. A great friend will always be there for you when they are needed, but you should be this type of friend as well.

Friendships are not meant to be one-sided. If you do not want your friend to gossip or share your secrets, then choose wisely, but also do not share their information. Even if a friendship does not last, if a secret is not something that is hurting others, keep it to yourself. When people open up and share their deepest feelings and concerns, you need to be a safe place and a vault that does not let that information get into the world.

However, if you have a friend in trouble or that is being hurt, or you are being hurt, tell someone who can help, so things do not get worse. Friends are meant to help each other grow and get better. Remember that the friends you choose are whom you will become, so choose wisely. Friends that get you in trouble or are doing things you do not agree with will eventually bring you down. Friends who challenge you to be better and encourage you when you struggle are the ones you want around for the long term.

Chapter THREE

LIFE IS MEANT TO BE LIVED, NOT POSTED

Reminder! You are Not Required to Put Every Detail of Your Life Online. – PositivelyPresent

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ocial media and an online presence are commonplace and expected, but life is not inside a computer or on the web. Learn to live your life in the moment without wasting all the fun trying to get the perfect picture. Some photos are wonderful, and feel free to take a few and post them later, but do not waste all your time at an event trying to make things look perfect. You are a teenager, and it is time to be free and have fun. So, go to the amusement park, hang out with your friends, and take time to be with your family. Be fully present during these times instead of worrying about the perfect post-worthy moment.

Social media is not evil, but whether you are 13 or 19, be careful what you share online. As a younger teen, you are a target for online predators that often pretend to be someone they are not. Still, as you age, social media photos and comments can affect everything from college acceptance to getting a coveted job. So only post positive things, even on accounts that you think are hidden. Everything on the internet is there forever, so choose wisely what you are presenting about yourself.

If you choose to use social media, post things you would not mind your grandmother seeing or sharing in a church setting. If it is safe for grandma, then posting is likely okay. This may come across as boring to some, but it is a good standard to use when choosing what to post. Enjoy your life; just make sure it is enjoyed in person.

Chapter FOUR

Family Matters

Family is Not an Important Thing. It’s Everything. – Michael J. Fox

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s a teenager, the goal is usually to get as far away from your family as possible. The truth is that your family will be the most important part of your life forever. While this advice is not necessarily true if your family is unhealthy or dangerous, most families are healthy enough to always be around in some form. This does not mean you will not fight with members of your family at times but know these are the people that will live and die for you when times are tough. Family is a literal part of each of us; even when it feels like you are completely different from everyone else, you can know you are loved.

As a teenager, take time to get to know your parents, grandparents, and other relatives as human beings, not just adults that happen to be related. The stories your family can share about how they grew up, what you were like as a baby, and general information can be life-changing as you get older. Learn skills from your family members and share what you know as well. It may feel awkward initially, but the effort will be worth it in the long run.

Your family is part of your history and your future legacy. Embrace what can be shared because you will miss it at some point in life. Try not to take your parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents for granted because you can learn something from each one.

Chapter FIVE

Own Up to Mistakes

I Accept Myself Even Though I Sometimes Make Mistakes. -PositiveMotivation.net

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ou may want to be a perfectionist, but no one gets everything right every time. Everyone makes mistakes throughout life, but the biggest mistake of all is not admitting that a mistake was made in the first place. When something happens by error, admit to the error and correct it whenever possible. Being able to admit a mistake is a sign of maturity. Admitting something may not be easy or comfortable, but it allows you to learn and grow from that mistake.

When you hide mistakes, you are limiting your ability to learn from what happened. Granted, there may be consequences for making a mistake or making an error in judgment, but that is how you become a better person, trying, making mistakes, and learning from what went wrong. Keep in mind that mistakes are a bit different from intentionally doing the wrong thing, but the process for correcting the behavior is the same. Simply admit what happened, even if it was purposeful, and find ways to correct the problem. Things happen, and problems will inevitably occur, but how you handle the issue says a great deal about you as a person. Be the type of person that steps up and shows that you are willing to do your best, even if it means having to learn a new skill. In addition, when admitting to a mistake, be humble about your mistake and honest about what happened, even if the explanation is that you do not understand what went wrong. The truth will get you further than trying to cover lies continually.

Chapter SIX

Learn Basic Skills

These are Skills We Can Take Wherever We Go in Life, No Matter What We Do. – Millie Hogue

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ou need basic life skills, but this goes beyond reading, writing, and technology skills. The basic skills you need in life to survive as a woman in the world are not just those considered women’s work. For example, it is important to know the basic art of cooking, how to keep a neat home, and how to practice proper hygiene, as well as other basics like lawn care, changing a flat, and checking the oil in your car. It can also be helpful to know how to do basic fixes around the house, like hanging a picture, turning the water on and off at the main valve, and dealing with a clog. These are not always pleasant tasks, but they are important skills to know and own as you get older.

Many women are starting to realize that true independence is knowing how to take care of basic needs in a home, not just those that revolve around cooking, cleaning, and laundry. The world has changed a great deal, but women are still sometimes taken advantage of by handypersons when it comes to in-home fixes. Learning the skills when you are young means avoiding this problem as you get older