Why do some people accomplish so much more than others? It’s not because they’re smarter or more talented. It’s because they know how to set and reach goals. Research shows that effective goal setters have less stress and anxiety, concentrate better, and are more satisfied with their lives. For teens, goal setting is linked to improved school performance, motivation, self-confidence, and self-esteem. What Do You Really Want? is a step-by-step guide to goal setting, written especially for teens.
Each chapter includes fun, creative exercises, practical tips, words of wisdom from famous “goal-getters,” real-life examples from teens, and success stories. Readers learn how to articulate their goals and put them in writing (a key to success), set priorities and deadlines, overcome obstacles, cope with roadblocks, build a support system, use positive self-talk, celebrate their successes, and more.
Upbeat and inspiring, this book is a must for all teens. It’s also recommended for parents, teachers, youth workers, counselors, and other caring adults.
Gets teens on the goal-setting track! As a father of three teenage girls, I’m always looking for ways to help them reach their full potential. What Do You Really Want has really given focus to my daughters’ everyday lives. Like so many teens, my girls have great hopes and dreams but aren’t sure how to make sense of them. The book’s fun worksheets and journal exercises helps teens decide what’s truly important to them and takes them step by step through the goal-setting process to help them achieve those goals. What’s more, it’s a…
This Book Is A Real Gem! As a middle school English teacher, I deal with young people and their struggles to understand themselves and focus their lives daily. What Do you Really Want? is the perfect resource to help teens do just that! Presented in an easy-to-read and manageable format with a positive, upbeat tone, the book makes the lofty and overwhelming task of “getting what you want” a simple, systematic process that ultimately leads to personal satisfaction, self-esteem, and, of course, happiness. I…
Every teen (and goal-less adult) needs this book! I am always looking for ways to help my 15-year-old son to reach his full potential (without nagging him!). So when I saw this book, I ordered it for him. It just came–he’s not home–so I decided to page through it, and before I knew it, I had read the whole thing. It’s tremendous! Easy to read but not simplistic; positive and inspiring; and equally applicable to boys and girls. Where was this book when I was a kid??? One of the best features of this book is quotes from teens about how they…