Hi. My name is Dylan and I am 15 years old. I have recently been asked to write a few guest posts about what it’s like to be a teenager in today’s world. They have also asked me to write about different topics regarding school, habits, and just life. I thought about it for a while, and the idea kind of freaked me out. I mean, putting all my thoughts online for everyone to see. It kind of gave me butterflies. But, come decision time I agreed and got the job. So, here’s to, hopefully, a long time of blogging!

Teens. Why Do We Do What We Do?

Procrastination: Avoid Homework and Studying At All Costs!

Ever notice how, at times, you might come home and crack open your homework without even being asked? Weird. But, at other times you have to be asked over and over again?

I do this. Lots of students do it.

We all do it. That’s because when we understand something, we think that it’s fun to do and we just can’t wait to get started on it!

However, when we come across something we don’t really grasp, we avoid it.

This is because we don’t like the challenge. It’s not our fault. We’re just wired that way.

But, there are some ways you can overcome this and rewire yourself!

Here’s how:

• Set a goal to change a habit (like leaving homework to the last minute)
• Write it down
• Talk to your friends about why you don’t like a subject
• Ask for tips—friends might offer some ideas on what they do that may work for you too
• Talk to parents or teachers
• Use your agenda to track how you’re doing

Once you have rewired your system, work that was once hard will become work that you pull out at the end of the day without being asked and just do! No questions asked.

But, that’s not the best part. Once your parents acknowledge this dramatic change, you will have more freedoms: stay up later, more social time, who knows? All you have to do is learn. Simple, right?

Parents want you to do your homework. Teachers want you to do your homework. So why not just DO your homework? You’re the one who will reap all of the rewards (both in school and at home!)

How do you feel about homework? What subjects do you find the hardest to just sit down and do? I’d love to hear about it!

About me: I go to South Secondary School in London, ON and I have two younger siblings. I have always been a movie guy. Whenever my friends call or text me to go for a walk or to meet up at the school my only response is “Nope. Movie or bust!” Needless to say I usually get my way! But movies aren’t the only thing I enjoy. In the summer I love to bike with my friends down to the Thames River and ride along the trails. The sights and the entire ride are always beautiful. I know, right? How often do you come across a teenage guy who uses the word beautiful when not talking about that hottie across the hall? But there’s more weirdness than that! I also like to bake and listen to old music. OMG! You’ve just entered the Twilight Zone! Anyway, hopefully you’ll enjoy my new posts! Remember to leave feedback and comments at the bottom! – Dylan.