Seven Secrets Teens Keep from Their Parents

by Pam Mullarkey, PhD.

1.  They need compliments but act like they don't care.
2.  They are afraid of the future.
3.  They think that if they tell you what is REALLY happening, you will freak out or lecture them.
4.  Males doubt their masculinity and females doubt their femininity.
5.  Teens may feel miserable but pretend that everything is fine.
6.  They want you to talk to them about sex, but act like they don't want to discuss this topic with you.
7.  Teens are afraid they will end up like (insert the name of the worst family member).

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Seven Rubies of Wisdom

 by Connie Renee Clay, Esquire
1.  Give God the best part of your day.
2.  Put yourself second, behind God only.
3.  Save money.
4.  Focus on wellness not weight loss.
5.  Use your lunch hour for something more than lunch.
6.  Treat people the way they want to be treated.
7.  Schedule fun

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