As children grow into teenagers, it often becomes more difficult for them to receive the tenderness and affection that was available to them earlier in their lives. Parents often become uncomfortable snuggling or being physically close with their teen aged sons and daughters. Teens become terribly disillusioned at the state of the world. It is confusing and discouraging to teenagers to become aware of the injustices around them. The lack of guidance or mentors in the lives of many teenagers leaves them feeling as if there is nothing they can do to change the way things are in the world.
Teens often carry feelings of hopelessness about ever making a difference in the world.
Most give up trying before they ever get started. Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deep fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. You are a child of God.