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Cruising Through The Teens - Easier Than It Seems
Cruising Through The Teens - Easier Than It Seems asks us to go to a place of stillness inside to experience a few seconds without thinking. Once you see what's possible within, your without will be utterly transformed.
84 pages, Paperback
Published February 12, 2021
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February 3, 2022
Okay, as you know by now (reading other reviews I’ve penned) I’m going to be honest with you. When I saw this title, I laughed out loud and rolled my eyes. I didn’t buy it. After all, as a parent who had a teenager, let me tell you single people out there that it ain’t easy. And, as a human who was a teenager—and had to watch my own parents roll their eyes constantly at the dumb decisions I made—I can tell you, it wasn’t easy for them. I mean, teenage angst is a very real thing. During those years things happen to all of us: first love, first traumatic break-up, trying to deal with sex, trying to listen to all the “right” people, but also have fun…just not too much fun, the pain and agony of high school if you are not the cheerleader or the quarterback—all of these things, and more, occur when those teenage years from h**l hit us upside the head.
Now, this author put together this guide so that it’s focused on the teen, not the parent. This is not a guide for parents who are pulling out their hair trying to figure out what to do about that ridiculous boyfriend who can’t seem to pull up his pants and put a belt on (even though the 80s are so over), or how to manage everything from bullies to “F” grades that are appearing on report cards. No, Mr. Schaefer says that he wrote this book in order for adolescents to be able to calm themselves when chaos reigns in those teen years filled with chaos.
The biggest upside is the fact that this is not a sermon. No teen (or adult, let’s be honest) wants to be preached to when not under the roof of their chosen place to pray. And Schaefer makes sure he does not do that even once. The advice is real, easy-to-understand, and takes on all of today’s subjects – from social media and technology, to how teens need their own alone-time in order to rejuvenate themselves, go out into the world again, and take it on when they’re feeling 100% .
He also shows the teenagers that once they know and understand themselves better, and what they want to accomplish in their life, that they can then find a way to chill out and set themselves on “cruise control.” Now, the author doesn’t say this means everything on the planet will be just fine and you’ve found some nugget of information no other teenager has ever found; but he does say that even though the negatives and positives will come, if you’re on “cruise control” and have maintained a certain process to take time out for yourself, then those “scary” teenage years won’t be so scary anymore.
Broken down into sixteen chapters, readers will touch upon a variety of topics: from the evolution of wisdom to dealing with cliques in school; from social media issues to maintaining good health, this book covers as much information as possible to help someone reboot and feel better. Which is difficult, seeing as that the book tops out at only sixty-seven pages and the illustrations done by Gabriel Berrón are extremely fun and complement the author’s words.
This is a small guide that’s concise, entertaining, and does impart wisdom. Would high school have been easier with this book in my back pocket, though? Not really sure. But, I have to say, it sure wouldn’t have hurt!
Now, this author put together this guide so that it’s focused on the teen, not the parent. This is not a guide for parents who are pulling out their hair trying to figure out what to do about that ridiculous boyfriend who can’t seem to pull up his pants and put a belt on (even though the 80s are so over), or how to manage everything from bullies to “F” grades that are appearing on report cards. No, Mr. Schaefer says that he wrote this book in order for adolescents to be able to calm themselves when chaos reigns in those teen years filled with chaos.
The biggest upside is the fact that this is not a sermon. No teen (or adult, let’s be honest) wants to be preached to when not under the roof of their chosen place to pray. And Schaefer makes sure he does not do that even once. The advice is real, easy-to-understand, and takes on all of today’s subjects – from social media and technology, to how teens need their own alone-time in order to rejuvenate themselves, go out into the world again, and take it on when they’re feeling 100% .
He also shows the teenagers that once they know and understand themselves better, and what they want to accomplish in their life, that they can then find a way to chill out and set themselves on “cruise control.” Now, the author doesn’t say this means everything on the planet will be just fine and you’ve found some nugget of information no other teenager has ever found; but he does say that even though the negatives and positives will come, if you’re on “cruise control” and have maintained a certain process to take time out for yourself, then those “scary” teenage years won’t be so scary anymore.
Broken down into sixteen chapters, readers will touch upon a variety of topics: from the evolution of wisdom to dealing with cliques in school; from social media issues to maintaining good health, this book covers as much information as possible to help someone reboot and feel better. Which is difficult, seeing as that the book tops out at only sixty-seven pages and the illustrations done by Gabriel Berrón are extremely fun and complement the author’s words.
This is a small guide that’s concise, entertaining, and does impart wisdom. Would high school have been easier with this book in my back pocket, though? Not really sure. But, I have to say, it sure wouldn’t have hurt!
January 25, 2022
When it comes to understanding teenagers and their worries, doubts, and insecurities; Jerry Schaefer spent years working with them. Cruising through the Teens, Easier Than It Seems teaches teenagers to look within themselves for answers in their life. Many teens struggle with peer pressure outside their comfort zone and are told to explore all available to them. The author pushes teens to search for what they want out of life and pursue it with confidence. Learning to create space for thoughts and to avoid excessive thoughts that dominate our time and life is key to avoiding mutiny within our minds. This book for teenagers is engaging and interesting to read. The author puts it at their level and speaks their language so young people can use what he teaches.
April 14, 2022
“Cruising through The Teens, Easier Than It Seems” by Jerry Schaefer is a didactic and rich book aimed at teenagers, which delves with the key idea that all answers can be found in oneself.
In fact, I feel quite comfortable with this idea, since I have always believed that instinct and human nature can give us the answer to many everyday situations (problematic or not).
From that perspective, this reading addresses many important aspects in adolescence nowadays: identity, expectations (own and others), self-esteem, ego, judging, body, friendship, bullying and many others.
To sum up, I think that all young readers can take advantage of this truly comprehensive and wise book.
In fact, I feel quite comfortable with this idea, since I have always believed that instinct and human nature can give us the answer to many everyday situations (problematic or not).
From that perspective, this reading addresses many important aspects in adolescence nowadays: identity, expectations (own and others), self-esteem, ego, judging, body, friendship, bullying and many others.
To sum up, I think that all young readers can take advantage of this truly comprehensive and wise book.
April 15, 2022
I think this book is one of a kind. It is especially addressed to adolescents but it helped me a lot as a mother. By reading it I could put myself in my son's shoes, understood and identified his frustrations and helped him acquire the essential tools to overcome these difficulties and grow stronger.
Author Jerry Schaefer states that the major problem in this stage of life is lacking the capacity of self-reflection and awareness. To explain this and help in the process, the author incorporates amusing and entertaining images and useful techniques. The read is easy to follow and the layout and typology accompany and put forward the message.
Author Jerry Schaefer states that the major problem in this stage of life is lacking the capacity of self-reflection and awareness. To explain this and help in the process, the author incorporates amusing and entertaining images and useful techniques. The read is easy to follow and the layout and typology accompany and put forward the message.
April 28, 2022
What an interesting read! I have five teen nieces and nephews so I was interested in this reading because we all have been through that period when everything is difficult.
“Cruising through The Teens, Easier Than It Seems” written by Jerry Schaefer talks about trying to solve the problems by looking within us; something I find very insightful. The simple techniques provided by the author are helpful and easy to follow.
I would recommend reading this to teens but also to families that have teens. It is interesting and useful.
“Cruising through The Teens, Easier Than It Seems” written by Jerry Schaefer talks about trying to solve the problems by looking within us; something I find very insightful. The simple techniques provided by the author are helpful and easy to follow.
I would recommend reading this to teens but also to families that have teens. It is interesting and useful.
April 20, 2021
This book is so relatable that even teens can connect with what the author is saying. The author offers advice on how to live life to its fullest, find your inner strength, and make things happen ... you're often more powerful than you realize.
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