The complete list of all life-guiding messages for young people – click the titles for further information
Don’t buy gifts that you can’t afford. Make sure any present is needed/useful or appreciated for what it is.
Instead of just living day-to-day, plan the small steps of how you can make a better future and do a little bit each day.
Being in care can sometimes feel isolating and lonely. Many counties have a council for young people if they are in care or care leavers, called a Children In Care Council, set up by the local County Council.
A loan is a type of debt. It is a a sum of money that is borrowed and expected to be paid back with interest. Typically, the money is paid back in regular ‘installments’, or partial repayments, over time.
Many libraries offer internet access and courses for free. Libraries are free to join.
Men don’t recognise ‘hints’. If you want something from a man, ask clearly in plain language so there is no room for confusion. He is not stupid, just listens in a different way to a woman.
Men are good at focussing on one task at a time and understanding rule-based systems. Women are good at multitasking and empathising. Work together using each other’s strengths.
Electricity can arc like lightning or ‘jump’ up to three metres so you can be electrocuted by flying a kite near or touching things in contact with overhead lines.
Assess the regrets that you are feeling, and rectify what you can. If your regret is based on something you did that hurt another person, make amends. Clear the air and apologise to them.
Women need to be made to feel special all the way through the relationship. Learn about them and their individual needs, and show them that you understand them.