Synopses & Reviews
From Sean Covey, the author of the international bestseller andlt;I andgt;The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teensandlt;/Iandgt;, this bestselling follow-up book builds upon the legacy of the 7 Habits and shows teens how to make smart choices about the six most crucial choices theyand#8217;ll face during these turbulent years.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;The challenges teens face today are tougher than at any time in history: academic stress, parent communication, media bombardment, dating drama, abuse, bullying, addictions, depression, and peer pressure, just to name a few. And, like it or not, the choices teens make while navigating these challenges can make or break their futures. andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;In andlt;Iandgt;The 6 Most Important Decisions Youand#8217;ll Ever Makeandlt;/Iandgt;, Sean Covey, author of the international bestseller andlt;Iandgt;The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teensandlt;/Iandgt;, gives teens the strong advice they need to make informed and wise decisions. Using real stories from teens around the world, Sean shows teens how to succeed in school, make good friends, get along with parents, wisely handle dating and sex issues, avoid or overcome addictions, build self-esteem, and much more. Jam-packed with original cartoons, inspiring quotes, and fun quizzes, this innovative book will help teens not only survive but thrive during their teen years and beyond.
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"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
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"It's a rare thing to find such an innovative and inspirational book all rolled into one." -- Larry King
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"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
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"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
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"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 andlt;iandgt;The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peopleandlt;/iandgt;
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"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
About the Author
Sean Covey is Executive Vice President of Global Solutions and Partnerships for FranklinCovey and has led the development of most of FranklinCoveyand#8217;s organizational offerings, including: andlt;iandgt;Focus, Leadership, The 4 Disciplines of Execution, The Leader in Me, andlt;/iandgt;andandlt;iandgt; The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.andlt;/iandgt; Sean oversees all of Franklin Coveyand#8217;s International partnerships which cover over 140 countries.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Sean is also FranklinCoveyand#8217;s Education Practice Leader and is devoted to transforming education around the globe through bringing leadership principles and skills to as many kids, educators, and schools as possible.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;He is a andlt;iandgt;New York Times andlt;/iandgt;bestselling author and has written several books, including andlt;iandgt;The 6 Most Important Decisions Youand#8217;ll Ever Makeandlt;/iandgt;, andlt;iandgt;The 7 Habits of Happy Kidsandlt;/iandgt;, andlt;iandgt;The 4 Disciplines of Execution,andlt;/iandgt; and andlt;iandgt;The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teensandlt;/iandgt;, which has been translated into 20 languages and sold over 5 million copies worldwide. He is a seasoned speaker to kids, teens, and adults and has appeared on numerous radio and TV shows.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Sean graduated with honors from BYU with a Bachelorand#8217;s degree in English and later earned his MBA from Harvard Business School.andnbsp; As the starting quarterback for BYU, he led his team to two bowl games and was twice selected as the ESPN Most Valuable Player of the Game.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Born in Belfast Ireland, Seanand#8217;s favorite activities include going to movies, working out, hanging out with his kids, riding his dirt bike, and writing poor poetry.andnbsp; Sean and his wife Rebecca live with their children in the Rocky Mountains. For more information on Sean, visit SeanCovey.com. Follow Sean on Twitter @Sean_Covey.
Table of Contents
WHAT'S INSIDE
The 6 Big Ones
The Choice Is Yours
The 7 Habits Crash Course
They Make You or Break You
Decision 1: School
I'm Totally Stressed Out!
Sticking It Out Surviving and Thriving
Off to College
Finding Your Voice
Decision 2: Friends
So Fun . . . So Fickle
Surviving the Everyday Ups and Downs of Friendships Making and Being a Friend
Peer Pressure
Decision 3: Parents
How Embarrassing
The Relationship Bank Account You're So Annoying
Closing the Gap
When You Have to Raise Your Parents
Decision 4: Dating and Sex
Do We Have to Talk About This?
Intelligent Dating The Four Great Sex Myths
Love Waits
Decision 5: Addictions
It's Not Hard to Quit . . . I've Done It a Dozen Times
Three Brutal Realities The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing but
Striking at the Root
Decision 6: Self-Worth
If Only I Were Better Looking
The Social Mirror and the True Mirror Character and Competence
Conquering Your El Guapo!
Stick to the Code
It's Worth Fighting For!
Thank-Yous
Help Desk
Bibliography
Index
About FranklinCovey
Covey Classics