The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make: A Guide for Teens: Updated for the Digital Age - Covey, Sean Review & Synopsis

 Synopsis

From the author of the wildly popular bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens comes the go-to guide that helps teens cope with major challenges they face in their lives-now updated for today's social media age.

In this newly revised edition, Sean Covey helps teens figure out how to approach the six major challenges they face: gaining self-esteem, dealing with their parents, making friends, being wise about sex, coping with substances, and succeeding at school and planning a career.

 

Covey understands the pain and confusion that teens and their parents experience in the face of these weighty, life-changing, and common difficulties. He shows readers how to use the 7 Habits to cope with, manage, and ultimately conquer each challenge-and become happier and more productive.

 

Now updated for the digital and social media age, Covey covers how technology affects these six decisions, keeping the information and advice relevant to today's teenagers.

Review

Sean Covey is Executive Vice President of Global Solutions and Partnerships for FranklinCovey. He is a New York Times bestselling author and has written several books, including The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make, The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, The 4 Disciplines of Execution, and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, which has been translated into twenty languages and sold over five million copies worldwide."This book is way better than Sean's first one, and that one was GREAT! Every teen in the world should read this book. And, oh yeah, it was really funny." -- Matt Klymocho, teenager

"This book will prepare teens to handle the pressure and make the right universal big decisions right now." -- Peyton Manning, quarterback, Indianapolis Colts, two-time NFL MVP, six-time Pro Bowler

"As hard as it is not to be biased, I can say without reservation that this is one remarkable book! The writing is entertaining and inspirational. A definite must-read for teens, and all those who raise, teach, and lead them." -- Stephen R. Covey, author of the #1 bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

"From one mother to another, I highly recommend that if you want a better future for your teens, you must have them read this book!" -- Candace Lightner, founder, Mothers Against Drunk Driving

"This book is perfectly written. I want all 74,000 students in our district to read it as well as their parents and all 6,000 teachers. I am trying to figure out how to make it required reading for all teens in Nashville." -- Pedro Garcia, Ed.D. educational administration; superintendent, Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools

"It's a rare thing to find such an innovative and inspirational book all rolled into one." -- Larry King

The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make

Covey gives teens the strong advice they need to make informed and wise desicisions that allow them to navigate the challenges and stresses they encounter in daily life.

Covey gives teens the strong advice they need to make informed and wise desicisions that allow them to navigate the challenges and stresses they encounter in daily life."

Decision #3: How to Get Along With Your Parents

The quality of the relationship you want to have with your mom and dad is a choice, and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Decision #3 explores vital issues, including: -How to build an awesome relationship with your mom and dad -Disarming your parents in one line or less -Four magical expressions to use with your parents that work every time -Surviving a divorce -Coping with the “why can’t you be like your brother?” syndrome -What to do when your parents are really messed up and you have to raise them

The quality of the relationship you want to have with your mom and dad is a choice, and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make."

Decision #1: How to Succeed in School

With all the homework, tests, gossip, and anxious parents, school can be a major source of stress. But why is school so important? Decision #1 explores how the way in which you handle your education can be the key to success or failure and discusses important topics, including: -How school affects your money-making potential -Finding motivation when you have none -The 7 secrets to getting good grades -Rising above a learning disability -Preparing and paying for college -Finding what you’re good at

With all the homework, tests, gossip, and anxious parents, school can be a major source of stress."

The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make Personal Workbook

A hands-on companion workbook to the New York Times bestseller The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make, now updated to include new information about technology and how it affects teens today. In The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make, Sean Covey gives teens the advice they need to make informed decisions that will lead to long-term success and happiness. He shares guidance on the big issues in their lives, such as how to succeed in school, make good friends, get along with parents, wisely handle dating and sex, avoid or overcome addictions, build self-esteem, and much more. In this valuable workbook, Covey allows readers to practice and learn how to actually make those decisions with enhancing stories, exercises, advice, and practical wisdom that can be applied to real life. It also encourages teenagers to talk to their parents, their friends, and their role models about these important issues. This newly revised edition includes new material for the digital age and how social media and technology affects the 6 Decisions in today’s world.

I guess I could assume since you have this workbook, you have read (or have) my book The 6 Most Important Decisions You 'll Ever Make. If you've read it, that's great. If you haven't, you can still get great things from this companion ..."

Decision #2: How to Make and Keep Good Friends

Being a teen can be tough—especially when it comes to trying to fit in. People will judge you because you don’t have a perfect body or wear the right clothes, or maybe you just moved to a new town and don’t know anybody at all! Who you choose as friends and the kind of friend you choose to be is important. Decision #2 will help you learn about: -Surviving the popularity game -What to do when you don’t have any friends -Being the kind of friend you’d like to have -Surviving gossip and drama -What you need to know about cliques and gangs -Standing up to peer pressure

Being a teen can be tough—especially when it comes to trying to fit in."

Decision #6: How to Increase Your Self-Worth

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to look your best, but if your self-confidence (or lack of it) comes from how you stack up on the good-looks gauge, you’ve got serious problems. When all is said and done, learning to like yourself is a choice, and it comes from within. Decision #6 covers important concepts, like: -The one true mirror you should always look to -Why fixating on other people’s opinions of you is stupid -Character and competence: the foundation stones of healthy self-worth -What to do when you’re depressed and can’t pull out of it -Developing your unique talents and skills -Mining your own fields for diamonds

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to look your best, but if your self-confidence (or lack of it) comes from how you stack up on the good-looks gauge, you’ve got serious problems."

Decision #4: How to Be Smart About Dating & Sex

The choices you make on dating and sex are some of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, if not the most important. It’s crucial to be clear about what kind of people you’re going to date and what you’re going to do about sex. Decision #4 gets into stuff like: -Dating intelligently -So you don’t date...so what? -The problem with centering your life on your girlfriend or boyfriend -Spotting red flags in a relationship -What are STDs and why should I care? -Debunking the four great myths about teens and sex

The choices you make on dating and sex are some of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, if not the most important."

Decision #5: How to Avoid Addictions

Teens today face so much peer pressure to binge-drink, smoke, do drugs, and try any number of other things. And while it may seem like everyone else is doing it, addiction is a serious consequence. Decision #5 talks about: -The three brutal realities of addiction -The truth about alcohol, tobacco, meth, ecstasy, steroids, cocaine, prescriptions, inhalants, and more -This is not your parents’ marijuana! -Conquering an addiction -The drug of the twenty-first century

Decision #5 talks about: -The three brutal realities of addiction -The truth about alcohol, tobacco, meth, ecstasy, steroids, cocaine, prescriptions, inhalants, and more -This is not your parents’ marijuana!"

Goob and His Grandpa

Discover the importance of friendship with the 7 Oaks gang in this seventh picture book of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis. After the death of his grandfather, Goob has a hard time getting back into his normal routine. But when all of his friends spend time with him doing the things he loves to do, he discovers ways to stop feeling so sad. With short lyrical text and the same characters that were established in The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, each of the picture books in this winning series focuses on one habit.

Discover the importance of friendship with the 7 Oaks gang in this seventh picture book of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis."

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Over 3 million copies sold. Over 800 positive reviews. Adapted from the New York Times bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens is the ultimate teenage success guide—now updated for the digital age. Imagine you had a roadmap—a step-by-step guide to help you get from where you are now, to where you want to be in the future. Your goals, your dreams, your plans…they’re all within reach. You just need the tools to help you get there. That’s what Sean Covey’s landmark book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, has been to millions of teens: a handbook to self-esteem and success. Now updated for the digital age, this classic book applies the timeless principles of 7 Habits to the tough issues and life-changing decisions teens face. Covey provides a simple approach to help teens improve self-image, build friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve their goals, and appreciate their parents, as well as tackle the new challenges of our time, like cyberbullying and social media. In addition, this book is stuffed with cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world. Endorsed by high-achievers such as former 49ers quarterback Steve Young and 28-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens has become the last word on surviving and thriving as a teen.

In addition, this book is stuffed with cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world."

A Place for Everything

Discover that organization is the fastest way to fun with the 7 Oaks gang in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition of the third book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis. Jumper loves playing basketball, but when he wears the wrong shoes and can’t find anything in his messy room, he misses the game. Can he clean up his act so this doesn’t happen again? Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one habit.

Can he clean up his act so this doesn’t happen again? Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one habit."

When I Grow Up

Learn to begin with the end in mind along with the 7 Oaks gang in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition of the second book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis. Tagalong Allie can’t wait to grow up. She is going to fly to the moon, go to work, be a mom, and maybe even be president. But to accomplish all of that, she must first brush her teeth, go to bed, and start the day all over again! With short lyrical text, each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one habit.

Learn to begin with the end in mind along with the 7 Oaks gang in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition of the second book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis. Tagalong Allie can’t wait to grow up."

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens on the Go

Become a Successful, Competent, Capable and Self-Sufficient Person in Your Teens and Beyond! #1 New Release in Being a Teen and Teen & Young Adult Psychology A condensed guide of timeless wisdom for a new generation. Use the tools in this guide to build the confidence you need to take on new challenges, accomplish difficult tasks, and create lasting positive change throughout your teens and beyond. Finally get results. Many teens know that establishing proactive habits is the first step toward personal success, but often don't know how to implement these habits. Between the pressures of school, social life, and overburdened schedules, it’s no wonder that the average teenager is stressed. In this condensed guide, bestselling FranklinCovey author Sean Covey breaks down the timeless wisdom of the 7 Habits into a weekly, realistic format for busy teens. Rely on trusted guidance. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens on the Go helps teens navigate the processes of building self-esteem, managing social pressure, promoting activism, and more. With these tools, you can learn to become both capable and self-reliant in your daily life. This guide contains weekly challenges, calls-to-action, and inspiration to ensure lasting personal change year-round. Learn to: • Determine which principles are important to you • Create and map out short-term and long-term goals for a meaningful, competent and self-sufficient life • Foster healthy, meaningful relationships throughout your teens and into adulthood If you enjoyed Dad’s Great Advice for Teens, The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make, or You Don't Have to Learn Everything the Hard Way, you’ll love The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens on the Go. Also, be sure to check out Sean Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, a #1 Best Seller in Teen & Young Adult Psychology.

In this condensed guide, bestselling FranklinCovey author Sean Covey breaks down the timeless wisdom of the 7 Habits into a weekly, realistic format for busy teens. Rely on trusted guidance."

Sophie and the Perfect Poem

Sophie discovers a surprising truth about teamwork in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition of the sixth book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis. Ms. Hoot has assigned the class to write a poem, and everyone has to work with a partner. When Sophie is partnered with Biff, she is sure it’s going to be a disaster because Biff is mean! But as they work together, they find they have more in common than they thought. Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids.

But as they work together, they find they have more in common than they thought. Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids."

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Graduates

The College Graduation Gift Idea That Says Congratulations Gift your graduate the timeless life-wisdom of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People in this special edition designed to celebrate the college graduation milestone. Start them off strong with this invaluable graduation gift idea. College graduation is a major life event, and the steps taken after are crucial to setting your graduate up for success. This book helps new graduates begin this new phase of their life with positivity and momentum. It includes questions to challenge their current beliefs, and daily inspiration with quotes and powerful affirmations to lead them to a successful and fulfilling life. Develop highly effective habits.The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Graduates is based on the international bestseller (over 40 million sold), The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. Start your college graduate off in life with timeless words of affirmation, inspiring quotes, and thought-provoking questions. Help them build and maintain good habits and stay focused and motivated. Packed with the proven keys to creating highly effective people, this book also includes: • Thought-provoking questions on topics like trust and responsibility • Affirmations for success, focus, and positivity • Inspirational words from successful people If you enjoyed other FranklinCovey bestsellers such as The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Guided Journal, The 7 Habits on the Go, A Self-Guided Workbook for Highly Effective Teens, or The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make; then you will love The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Graduates.

Packed with the proven keys to creating highly effective people, this book also includes: Thought-provoking questions on topics like trust and responsibility Affirmations for success, focus, and positivity Inspirational words from ..."

Lily and the Yucky Cookies

Learn to listen with more than your ears with the 7 Oaks gang in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition of the fifth book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis. On a rainy day, Lily wants to make cookies. But instead of paying attention to the recipe, she tells her dad she knows what she is doing. What could go wrong? Lily comes to understand the importance of listening—not just with your ears, but your eyes and heart as well! Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids.

What could go wrong? Lily comes to understand the importance of listening—not just with your ears, but your eyes and heart as well! Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids."

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Personal Workbook

With the same clarity and assurance Covey's fans have come to appreciate, this workbook teaches readers to fully internalize the seven habits through in-depth exercises, whether they are already familiar with the principles or not. Following the same step-by-step approach as "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," this reference offers solutions to both personal and professional problems.

With the same clarity and assurance Covey's fans have come to appreciate, this workbook teaches readers to fully internalize the seven habits through in-depth exercises, whether they are already familiar with the principles or not."

The 7 Habits of Happy Kids

In The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, Sean Covey uses beautifully illustrated stories to bring his family's successful philosophy to the youngest child. For the Seven Oaks friends, there is always something to do. Whether they're singing along with Pokey Porcupine's harmonica or playing soccer with Jumper Rabbit, everyone is having fun and learning all sorts of things. These seven stories show how practicing the 7 Habits makes this possible for the whole Seven Oaks Community. From learning how to take charge of their own lives to discovering how balance is best, the Seven Oaks friends have tons of adventures and find out how each and every kid can be a happy kid!

These seven stories show how practicing the 7 Habits makes this possible for the whole Seven Oaks Community."

Just the Way I Am

When Biff the beaver makes fun of Pokey's quills, his friends help the porcupine feel a lot better about himself. Includes note to parents and discussion questions.

When Biff the beaver makes fun of Pokey's quills, his friends help the porcupine feel a lot better about himself. Includes note to parents and discussion questions."

Daily Reflections For Highly Effective Teens

Presents daily meditations designed to inspire and motivate teenagers.

Presents daily meditations designed to inspire and motivate teenagers."

7 Habits Journal for Teens

Millons of teens have benefited from the powerful lessons in Sean Covey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. Now, here is a powerful tool that can keep you focused on your journey to self-discovery and the life you have with your inner self, take an honest look at who you are, and change what you don't like. Throughtout this journal are quotes from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens that will provide inspiration and help you make wise choices as you work toward your unque dreams.

Now, here is a powerful tool that can keep you focused on your journey to self-discovery and the life you have with your inner self, take an honest look at who you are, and change what you don't like."

Sammy and the Pecan Pie

“Think Win-Win” with the 7 Oaks gang in this fourth picture book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series. Sammy wishes his sister Sophie didn’t do everything so perfectly. He can’t stop seeing her successes as taking away from his own accomplishments. And when Sophie gets the bigger piece of pie, that is the last straw! That is, until Sammy’s mother explains that there is always enough to go around. Featuring the lovable characters of 7 Oaks, this book addresses the fourth habit of happy kids: “Think Win-Win.” This story encourages children to always think about others as well as themselves and to find the best outcome for everyone.

Featuring the lovable characters of 7 Oaks, this book addresses the fourth habit of happy kids: “Think Win-Win.” This story encourages children to always think about others as well as themselves and to find the best outcome for everyone ..."