A Note From the L.A. Teen Therapist
Having healthy levels of self-esteem means teens do not need to determine their self-worth by looking to others for validation. – Samdra
Ideally, a teen’s self-worth should be determined by how well they live up to their desired self-image, which hopefully aligns with their beliefs and vision for their life.
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- Does your teen dress to impress?
- Does he or she pretend to be someone that they are not?
- Does your teen say things that don’t represent how they really feel?
Where we are born, and where we go to school does not necessarily determine who we are meant to be. We come into this world with unique gifts and talents. We have our own physical expression, as well as our own personality and style. Add to that your life experiences, and areas of interest, and we become an individual like no other.
High school is a phase of life when teens will feel pulled to fit in with the crowd. Yet, by doing this, are they being true to themselves? The teen years are a time to start thinking where your son or daughter would like to go with their life. By trying on many types of different behavior, they are discovering their authentic expression.
Are they the athletic type? Are they the scholar? Are they an entertainer, or an artist? Are they the peace-maker? These are questions only they can answer for themselves. For some, this may mean raising a family–in a home filled with love. For others, this may mean becoming an educator with a focus on changing the world.
Anything is possible, but first, your teen must get to know themselves, and then find the courage to be themselves in all their magnificence.
… EMPOWERING TEENS TO BE THEIR BEST SELVES.
“The best example of Sandra’s work is in my daughter’s renewed enthusiasm and attitude towards life. My daughter now sees every problem as one that can be solved, every uncomfortable experience as an opportunity to learn and grow. Sandra’s work with my daughter has helped her become a more secure, confident and happy individual.”
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