Getting through the teen years and beyond does not have to be that difficult, if you have family to lean on, mentors to model after and the right circle of friends to share the journey with you. We can accomplish amazing things if we continue to support one another. If you make smart choices, stay focused on your goals and get involved with positive influences to build your self esteem and character, it will make your teenage years memorable and productive. Your world will open up to bigger and better things and infinite possibilities; mine certainly did!