Imagine that you have gathered 100 representative teens together in a large room. Among them, you can see a mix of races, demographic groups, ages. A typical slice of America. Some of their dress you approve of, some brings a frown to your face. Some are wearing jewelry that you know cost more than you make in a week; others are wearing jewelry that pierces noses instead of ears. Some look back at you, some don’t.
Now imagine that you asked them a simple question: “How do you feel about yourself and your life?”
Perhaps you’d get answers – if they decided you were to be trusted – you know how teens are. But you also know enough about teens to recognize that youth can look fresh and feel desperate.
So how could you get a more honest answer, an answer that reflects what teens actually do, and how they really feel about themselves and their lives?
How about a summer camp where teens, working with other teens, are not afraid to speak their truths from their hearts? And with a little guidance they learn about real life and how to make it work for them.
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