Dear Teen,
Just the other day I had some teens make a comment about how they wish they could change the world. They didn’t think they could really do it. They felt that it was just too big an idea to think they could make a difference in the world and effect a change. We started thinking about how they could make a difference in THEIR own world. What does that mean? Take a look at your own world, the people you know, family, friends, community. How can you make a difference in YOUR world, YOUR own community? If everyone would strive to make a positive difference in their own community it just might change the world! Take a look at what you are interested in, like politics, government, education, people, art, business, sports, etc. Take that interest and let it help you find a way to make a difference in your world. Start small and build on the idea. Do you want to help the environment, do you care about people, children? Whatever your interest is, see how you can make a positive contribution or change in your world or community. If you care about what you are doing the chances are higher you will stay motivated to see a change happen and continue to be persistent. You can make a plan and follow it or start simple and see where it leads you. Know that you CAN make a difference in the world by your actions, commitments, careers, and community involvement. You CAN change the world! Maybe just one person at a time.