The complete list of all life-guiding messages for young people – click the titles for further information
Your ability to divert your attention from activities of lower value to activities of higher value is central to everything you accomplish in life.
Smoking kills about 80,000 people in England every year – almost enough people to fill Wembley Stadium.
Smokers lose an average of 16 years of life. Quitting means 16 more family Christmases, birthday celebrations, wedding anniversaries and FA cup finals.
When others can’t do something themselves, they’re going to tell you that you can’t do it either; and that’s a lie. These people are simply speaking from within the boundaries of their own limitations.
If you’re 13 to 16 and want contraception, an abortion or tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the doctor, nurse or pharmacist won’t tell your parents (or carer) as long as they believe that you fully understand the information you’re given, and your decisions.
When you first learn to drive, wait until you feel confident without an instructor beside you before taking friends as passengers, switch your phone off and keep the radio volume down to aid concentration.
It is normal to feel nervous about driving after passing your test. Safe driving is about experience, so keep practising. Remember you have the skills to drive safely – so be confident.
Don’t use big plates as you may end up putting more food on them. Give children their own smaller plates and always serve them small portions.
Lots of food can be refrigerated and re-heated the next day. Only re-heat leftovers once, and always ensure food is piping hot throughout.
Think about your friends and your boyfriend/girlfriend. Ask yourself: What should a healthy relationship provide for the people in it?