Essential Life Skills for Teens & Young Adults

Want to get a sneak peek at the "coming attractions" of real-world challenges? Navigating the journey from teen years to adulthood isn't about having all the answers-it's knowing what questions to ask.



This book, with lots of helpful illustrations, doesn't pretend to have all the answers in minute detail. Instead, it serves up a comprehensive 'shopping list' of what you need to know and which skills to prioritize, preparing you for the independence that awaits. Feeling the pressure of balancing academics, hobbies, and social life? Wondering how to manage your finances, make big decisions, or even do your laundry without turning everything pink? Do you worry about drowning in adult responsibilities soon because school never taught you the real-world stuff? If you said 'yes' to any of these questions, this book is your lifeline, offering smart, concise, and actionable advice-no filler, no fluff. Just straight-to-the-point, practical guidance.



Here's a sample of what you'll discover inside:

Self-Care Strategies: Learn to take care of your physical as well as mental self, so you can live life to the fullest!Decisions & Directions: Equip yourself with the tools for savvy decision-making and effective goal-setting.Post-High School Possibilities: Explore your post-high school options with confidence-college, careers, gap year, or something else entirely.Money Mastery: Master simple strategies for saving, spending, and making your money work for you.Housekeeping & Maintenance: Keep your living space clean and organized; learn simple plumbing and electrical quick fixes....and so much more.



This book isn't a once-and-done read-it's your companion for years to come. Grow into these skills at your own pace, so when the time comes, you'll be ready. This isn't a cover-to-cover read, either; treat it like a reference book. Jump around. Use the bits you need, when you need them. Each page is packed with valuable intel, preparing you to outsmart any challenge that comes your way.