DOSElf Development

GROUP 6
Unit 4: Dealing with the challenges of the adolescence stage
Adolescence is a challenging time for most people since various issues, such as financial, family, school, anxiety, puberty, and many more, will be dealt with differently during this stage. Adolescence is a difficult time, especially for teens who are trying new things in their new surroundings. Adolescence is a tough time since it brings about a lot of physical and mental changes, as well as feelings of sadness, joy, hurt, anxiety, fear, and other issues. There are three stages of adolescence, but the late adolescent period is the most worrisome for me since many young teenagers suffer from sadness and anxiety, which can lead to su***de.
The majority of teens rebel throughout this era, and our children will desire freedom as a result. One of the primary reasons why teens are prone to rebel against their parents is because they have a high expectation of us, and many teenagers want to pay attention to their parents, especially if they are working or running a business. Today's teens encounter a variety of issues, such as teen pregnancy, academic worries, alcohol, parent-child interactions, and self-determination, which is why parents should not only educate their children on how to open up in the family, but also listen to them.
Parents need to listen to their children and be cautious of them during adolescence since they have sensitive sentiments as they are going through adolescence. Many children and teens are exhausted in their daily lives, which is why many teenagers believe that they are always right, which is why it is very important to provide parental advice to our children because if we make a mistake, they will believe that we are creating them enemies. . Many adults won't believe us if we say we're just overacting, but they don't realize that puberty isn't always easy for us. All we need is to be able to understand one other, and the most essential thing is to be able to love each other

GROUP 4
Adolescence is a turbulent period for most people. Understandably so you are saddled with decisions about career, lifestyle and As a male child, it is even more difficult you also have to make decisions about drugs, alcohol, family etc. You are under a lot of pressure to live up to society’s definition of ‘a man’. Planning life directions can be especially difficult if you are ill-equipped on how to deal with situations that you face.
In order to enjoy a crisis-free adolescence and emerge a responsible adult, it is paramount that you possess skills such as decision-making, assertiveness and goal-setting skills. You also need to be able to take charge of your life.

Above all, believe in yourself. Many successful people are where they are today, because of the confidence they have in their abilities. Talking and thinking positively about yourself helps to achieve your goals faster. Believe you can rise above every difficult situation and make a success of them. Do not let negative comment from people set you back. Growing up is all about making decisions some good, some bad. However, do not let bad decisions discourage you.

GROUP 3
KNOWING YOURSELF
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” ~ Aristotle
The above saying is a very ancient one, but its meaning has not lost its value. The wisdom it conveys can find application in each one of us, in every activity of our everyday life, for every human being, no matter who they are, what social class they belong to, their gender, the professions they have, or their different skills, without excluding anyone. Even in our modern era, it can find application in everyday life and activities such as education, mental health, or the relationship we build with one another.
Learning to know yourself is a long journey. It consists of delving into your past and reflecting on how your life has evolved. The choices and decisions you have made, and what affected you to make those decisions. It means knowing and reflecting on the traits of your character and personality. Knowing yourself means knowing the real you, not just the one you present to the world. Living your life to the fullest cannot happen unless you know yourself and the position you deserve, or more appropriately, what you can achieve. Your character and values you have, your passions and fears, your strengths and weaknesses. During the journey of knowing yourself, you will find the true meaning of your life, you will learn the true wisdom which serves to live a successful and meaningful life.
The most important enterprise in your life is to be able to discover who you truly are. Many people live their lives without knowing or hearing the inner critic that gives wrong ideas about themselves. To find yourself might seem like an inherently self-centered goal, but in fact, it is the most decent process which is the root of everyday life activity. In our interactions with the people and the world, we have to know first our values and what we have to offer. It is a journey worth taking for all of us. It is a process that involves understanding and breaking down your defects that do not represent who you actually are, and recognizing who you want to be in order to fulfill your destiny. It means to recognize your values and skills, but without closing your eyes on your flaws. Finding yourself should not be something to fear.