Defining ‘You’

Getting to know the girl in the mirror

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As teenagers, we are going through a lot! Our bodies are changing. What we like is changing. It can almost feel like we don’t know who we are anymore. It’s really confusing.

Who are we? What do we want? Where do we want to go in life? Trying to figure it all out can feel really scary. But it doesn’t have to be. Part of being a teenager is learning about yourself. The more you learn, the better you know who you are. Here are some things that can make it easier for you.

Find out what makes you happy Do you like maths? Are you the fastest runner in your class or do you like to play football? Do you love to cook for your family? Are you the funniest girl in your neighborhood? Think about what you’re good at and what you love doing. Develop it. You will learn a thing or two about yourself in the process.

Try something new What’s the best way to learn what you like? Try as many different things as you can. Try to do something new every day. Even if it is a small thing. And even if you think you might not like it. Try out for your school’s sports team, church choir, or a drama group. Learn about computers or cars. Trying something new can help you find out new things about yourself.

Believe in Yourself No matter what happens, remember YOU ARE AWESOME. Even when life seems hard and confusing, believe in yourself. If you try something and it doesn’t work. Don’t worry. Just try something else. Don’t be afraid to be who you are and to put yourself out there. Every experience is another chance to learn. Every mistake can be a funny story to tell your friends later.

Believe in yourself, because we believe in you! And remember, you don’t have to figure it all out right now.

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pearl

i love writing,but i find it difficult 2 conclude stories i start.

May 11, 2022, 1:47 p.m.

Awesome

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

wel im tinkin of joining d drama group in church bt im scared wat do i?

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Hey Ernestina! What are you scared about? It is normal to be scared when you want to start something for the first time but you need to overcome that fear because it can actually end your acting career. If acting is your passion, then you really need to focus on your passion and ignore the fear. Don't allow the fear to affect you. If you can, talk to someone older and more experienced in the group about your fears and ask for guidance. We believe you will be the best in your drama group. We hope this helps.

I love giRls

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Others are busy saying some useful words here, this one is there talking rubbish.., u even hav luck dat i didn't read it because i would hav slap u

***And also depend on yourself that you can do anything and as you are trying don't look back but continue going forward cause you will reach the finishing line before others and even if u fail or fall rise up again and shine because u are a star and also don't forget that failure is the beginning of success!!*** ~Thanks~

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Hey Joyce! Thanks a lot for sharing this. We really appreciate.

I love writting stories I would love to be an author

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Good One.

i luv singing

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Dats nice

i love writing stories nd making bead

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

i like playing football & also music

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

I love to sing a lot

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

wow this is it! I am not moved by the changes I see in my body. I just know they are for my good!

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

Singing, writing and using the computer system is what I love doing.

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Wow, that's nice

THANKS FOR ACCEPTING ME, AM WELCOME HERE FRIENDS

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

am new here,can you please welcome me

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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hi indomie, welcome to springster

I learnt that I love writing and a fast one at that

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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U realy like it

I like it but no time to read it

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

I learnt that i love chemistry in school and i hate being lonely but i have no friends to go out with.

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

I am happy to join springster.

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

I luv singing n dancing,but wen singing i miss beat.Pls ow cn i kn ,key am singing on ?

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey Mofeoluwa! You need to train more and also if you can afford it, go for voice training. Singing is beyond knowing how to sing sometimes. You need to know how to maintain your pitch and also to harmonize. Some of these things cannot be learned alone. Like we said, please go for voice training. We hope this helps.

I love to sing but I tend to lose confidence each time I'm callEd to do so....

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey Kene! Thanks for opening up through this comment. You need to overcome your shyness and start showcasing your talent because the earlier the better. You can start by performing in front of small crowds (family members, friends and neighbours). From there, you move to fairly large crowds in your community and place of worship. This is just to boost your confidence. Once you overcome this, you can overcome anything. We hope this helps.

this is the best way

I love maths a lot and debates but I tend to loose confidence in my self when in front of people. I've tried practicing but I just feel giddy.

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey Toby! You need to overcome your shyness and start showcasing your talent because the earlier the better. You can start by performing in front of small crowds (family members, friends and neighbors). From there, you move to fairly large crowds in your community and place of worship. This is just to boost your confidence. Once you overcome this, you can overcome anything. We hope this helps.

i love 2 dance

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

I luv maths nd luv playin football nd wish 2 b a football. Actual am gud at sport.

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Let solve maths please type hi if u are ready

I Love Writing and also acting drama.

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

Hey,i'm new I love writing and singing

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Yeah ! Me Too (U're Welcome)

I love singing and I love Mathematics

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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I also luv maths plz let solve....type hi if u are ready

I love staying indoor and reading

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

I hope u guy ar cul

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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No no no

life is all about who you are and what you be.......

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

Its so good and also impressive

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

I can connect light in my house with battery I can fix electronic like radio what can I do to make it life?

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey Samtex! This is great to hear! We see an engineer in you. Do not let this skill and dream die. Keep practicing and we are sure that we will see you at the top. We hope this helps.

hhhhh your thoughtful is very important

FINE GIRL I LOVE U

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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I LOVE ME TOO!

i love acting i actually put in for theatre art in the university

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Go girl...I already luv u butwhich aspect u like acting?

i am unique N special despite i alway look down on myself..I find out lately most people admire me:N want to be u...Bt can they pay the prize?

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

I can say this figure is very important for us, we teenagers. Because whenever we looking something that was writer of this article try to show us it is very important more, if we do that we can achieve our goals and everything would be easily for us in our life time.

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

Dats unique dats makes me remember when am young

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

Hey big sis I find myself interested in little children especially babies. And at same time I love surgeries. Love surgery videos n all. I want to be a doctor, but m also confused because I love making people up, matching clothes for people n braiding hair n i also love planning events n occasions n these occasions turn out legit What carreer path should I follow

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey you, pretty diverse interests you have there. My advice is to find your passion. What gives you more drives. Humans love a lot of things and are interested about a lot of things but aren't passionate about all; so finding what you are passionate about would help. You can do that by writing down -for each of your interests- the following: A. What about it interests you B. What you hope to achieve by doing it C. Why these things you want to achieve are important. D. Which one of them would you do despite yourself and other factors (difficult ones) you may encounter. E. Which one bothers you most. (Think about the purpose and try to figure out which one would bother you more if it goes unachieved) I hope this helps you, Pearl.

Hey Pearl_Martins01! Euba_Y1na has said it all. Thanks for helping out Euba_Y1na!

Type your comment here.i like cheerleading

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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saaaay GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!

hi everyone here

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Jux like dat...or u are about 2 type.?

I make people smile

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Pls can u make me smile right now bcus i feel sad.nice meeting u,I would be so glad if u can grant my wish.

Jux making someone smile, wat of if i don't want 2 smile....is dat must..?

Hy big sis. i find it so difficult to relate with people especially girls any were i find myself i don't why pls help me out

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

Am a writer, it gives me joy but whenever they read my stories they make it seem like am wasting my time

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey Gift! We are so happy you know what you are passionate about. You are indeed a Springster. People will make you feel like you are not doing the right thing sometimes but just keep following your dreams/passion. However, do not let your passion for writing affect other areas of your life or even distract your daily activities. We hope this helps.

I am de kind of person dat love singing BT shy to sing outside

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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their is a way out

is life really deficiut

March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.

I learnt I have to be myself all the time,Great isn't it. hey please someone greet love for me.

March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.

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am hear to impact u a true love ad to keep u in company wit it

Thanks Prosper778

love is insperated to men how do i impact to it.....???

March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.

I have learnt that I am probably one of the most determined persons u will ever meet.

March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.

😍Self discovery is the greatest journey you can ever embark on. Remember that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a first step and that a day begins a story. So, start off easy and and slowly and then grow continously in the light of 'Who You Are'😍

March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.

I av discovered dat i am me no matta wat happens or wat pple say trying to pull me down i belive in myselfg

March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.

I don't mind wat other pple will say about me,i will just believe in myself.

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

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me 2