Teenage : A Phase Which Either Builds You Or Breaks You I Blog By Chetana
A powerful blog on teenage mindset, habits, and the importance of choosing the right friends. Written by 12-year-old author Chetana Lakshmi Kathula from Hyderabad, this inspiring read shares moral lessons every teenager must know to turn this crucial phase into a masterpiece.
Teenage : A Phase Which Either Builds You Or Breaks You
Well, Teenage is a phase of life which either builds you or breaks you. I affirmly claim this statement with my mind and soul because teenage is a crucial phase where in the road to downfall begins not only because of our habits or few obscure addictions but also because of our mindset.
Why Mindset Matters
First of all, fixing our mindset and have a clear vision of our goals is the most important thing to start off with. Second of all, surrounding our network with the wise people. Let me shed some light on the second statement by providing a real life example with two fictional characters in it.
Case – 1
Jack’s Group
Two friends, Jack and James, they are enormously smart, intelligent and crafty in academics, sports and other extracurriculars. They get promoted to grade 12 and gear up to make it a successful and a memorable academic year of life. Over a period of time, they make 10 new friends but then due to some conflicts they get separated. Jack with his 5 friends, the main aim of their group was to study, workout every day, play basketball and learn new things.
James’ Group
On the other hand, James with his 5 friends procrastinate, scroll throughout the day, skip classes, no physical fitness nor productivity was their daily routine.
Five Years Later…
5 years later, Jack and James meet, Jack being the basketball champion, an entrepreneur and a great author filled with a sense and spark of elegance, classy and successful. Other side of the coin, James became totally over-weighted, failed in all his tests and got the title of “ineffectual”. James filled with melancholy, guilt, deep regret and resentment walks away with tears in his eyes. Whereas, Jack stands there with a sense of pride and bliss.
Moral Of The Story:
- Surround yourself with wise people and fix your mindset.
- Journey may be bitter but the result you obtain is as sweet as sugar.
- Work hard and let success speak.
So, my dear friends, it is all in your hands to turn this phase of your life into a garbage or work hard and be productive to turn it into a masterpiece.
Work Hard!!
FAQ’s Teenage : A Phase Which Either Builds You Or Breaks You
Why is teenage considered a crucial phase of life?
Teenage is when habits, mindset, discipline, and relationships shape who you become as an adult. Decisions made here often affect your future.
How does mindset affect a teenager’s growth?
A positive, goal-oriented mindset pushes you to learn, stay disciplined, and achieve. A negative mindset leads to procrastination, distractions, and unhealthy habits.
Why is the choice of friends important during teenage years?
Your friend circle influences your thoughts, behavior, motivation, and lifestyle. Wise, hardworking friends uplift you; careless ones pull you down.
What is the main lesson from Jack and James’ story?
Your daily habits and the people around you shape your success or failure. Small, consistent choices matter in the long run.
Can teenage mistakes be corrected later?
Yes, but it becomes harder. It is easier to build good habits early rather than fixing damage later.
Should teenagers focus only on studies?
No. A balanced lifestyle including fitness, skills, hobbies, and learning leads to overall growth and confidence.
How can a teenager stay motivated?
By setting clear goals, tracking progress, staying active, and surrounding themselves with ambitious and supportive people.
Is discipline more important than talent?
Absolutely. Talent might start the journey, but discipline finishes it.
What happens if you waste your teenage years?
It leads to regret, lost confidence, physical issues, and missed opportunities—just like James in the story.
What is the ultimate message of the write-up?
Your future is in your hands. Work hard, choose wisely, and your success will speak for you.
Where can you buy the books?
You can buy the books at Bookosmia and Amazon. Here are buy links for some titles from Bookosmia 🙂
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