Teen Breathe Magazine Issue 034 Back Issue

Look outside and chances are you’ll see some plants and
trees awash with green. So, let the sight inspire you to
look inside and focus on your own growth.

People never stop growing, much as nature keeps
unfolding into full bloom. Nurture yourself by embracing
the freedom to explore whatever offshoots emerge along
the way.

The process of growing into the person you’re going
to be often includes a bump or two, but it’s a path
worth treading. Other people can sometimes seem
like obstacles, but running into them plays a key role
in taking personal responsibility for what you do and
creating an identity of your own.

Everyone interprets the world in a unique way, yet
everything you see, read or hear can be shared. People
learn a lot from each other – it’s a vital part of growing.
A friend’s fashion sense can influence your own
personal style. Discussing a book or show with others
can make you rethink what you’ve watched or read. And
practising how you interact with friends and family now
can help prepare for handling situations in the future.

Bouncing ideas off other people helps you develop as an
individual. How much your social experiences shape the
person you become is still the subject of debate. But it’s
clear that humans cannot grow or thrive without connection.

Sparking the smallest conversation at a party or simply
teaming up with someone else in an exercise class can
start people down the road of growing stronger together.