I found the baby steps listed at the end of each chapter and the various activities extremely helpful. Mixed in are cartoons, famous quotes, song lyrics, poems and other classic techniques to keep you interested. The seven habits are: 1) Be proactive 2) Begin with the end in mind 3) Put first things first 4) Think win-win 5) Seek first to understand, then be understood 6) Synergize and 7) Sharpen the saw. This is explored through real-life examples from teens around the world who share their experiences and the habits they have developed to overcome obstacles. Reading it, you realize that though you may be struggling now, with hard work and a vision you can overcome any obstacle. The 7 Habits not only serves as a guide for teens to improve their self image, build friendships, resist peer pressure and achieve goals, but it offers hope. When I recently read about a teenager committing suicide because of stress over homework and another who shot his father due to pressure to succeed in athletics, I realized that more books for teenagers are needed. With school, hours of homework, athletics, jobs, clubs, helping at home and more, we barely have time to breathe. Today’s teens are busier and more stressed than ever before. Sean Covey has followed in his famous father’s footsteps (Stephen Covey is the author of many self-help books) and written the definitive success guide for teens, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.
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