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The Complete Life Skills Toolbox for Teens
- Boost Your Confidence to Become an Independent Adult Capable of Managing Your Relationships, Finances, House, and Car with Ease
- Narrated by: Helpful Matthew
- Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins
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Summary
Get ready to live independently by learning these essential life skills.
Do you plan to move out of your parents’ house soon, but you have doubts if you can really stand on your own?
Are you afraid that you don't have the skills necessary to deal with emergencies at home and on the road?
Do you feel you’re too dependent on your parents who do everything for you that you don’t know how to do them yourself?
Adult life is full of challenges, and the best time to prepare for it is before you become one.
Just like how school trains you for the professional world, you also need to train yourself for the demands of adulthood.
From cooking your own food and fixing your own car, to managing your finances and taking care of yourself—these are essential skills you need to know if you want to become a fully-functioning adult someday.
As much as you may want to just let your parents keep doing things for you, learning to do them yourself will make you feel more confident about yourself and your ability to accomplish more in life.
Plus, you’ll also make your parents proud.
Whether you want to stop relying on your parents for every little thing, or you want to make it on your own, this book can help you achieve your goal.
Inside, here’s just a fraction of what you will discover:
- Why self-care should be your top priority—and different ways to practice it.
- How to manage your finances, avoid unnecessary expenses, and grow your money.
- Five easy ways to sneak some physical activity into your day even if you’re busy with your schoolwork.
- Tips and tricks to cut costs on grocery shopping.
- Basic household repair skills so you can fix things yourself without having to call (and pay) for help.
- Why it’s wise to invest early—and what you should invest in.
- Seven interpersonal skills you must have to succeed in life—and how to hone them.
- Practical car repair skills to save money—and how to deal with road emergencies on your own.
- What you need to do to get a job even if you don’t have a relevant experience.
- How to stay safe when you’re home alone at night.
- And much more!
This guide doesn’t only teach practical skills for you to survive, but also the right habits to build so you can thrive in life.
Learning all these early on will prepare you for adulthood and help you set yourself up for success.
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- Mr. J Murray
- 13-06-23
an exceptional guidebook
The author's approach is both informative and engaging, creating a balance between offering valuable insights and maintaining the reader's interest. The book covers a variety of topics, including communication skills, time management, goal setting, decision making, emotional intelligence, financial literacy, self-care, and more. Each topic is explored in depth, providing practical advice, strategies, and real-life examples that resonate with teenagers.
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- P Kendall
- 15-06-23
Really useful book
I've given it to both my teens, and the feedback I'm getting is good, which is amazing given that they're teens!
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- Vincent Marino
- 22-06-23
preparing for adulthood
If you're a teen who's tired of relying on your parents to do everything for you, "The Complete Life Skills Toolbox for Teens" is the book you never knew you needed. It's like having a personal butler in book form, except you're the butler. From managing your finances to fixing household repairs, this book will teach you everything you need to know to become a fully-functioning, independent adult. And if you're worried about not being able to "adult" properly, don't worry - this book has got you covered with tips on self-care and interpersonal skills. It's like a survival guide for the modern teenager.
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- Miss N A Sanderson
- 15-06-23
Just what every teen needs!
A great practical book on the important skills teens need as they move into adulthood! Why is this stuff not taught in schools??
It covers everything from managing finances, developing close relationships, health and fitness, dealing with difficult situations plus much more!
A great toolkit for all teens. And parents can learn a thing or too as well!
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- Zero Point Field
- 14-06-23
Full of practical advice
"The Complete Life Skills Toolbox for Teens: Boost Your Confidence to Become an Independent Adult Capable of Managing Your Relationships, Finances, House, and Car with Ease" by Barret Robbins is packed full of practical advice and a great resource for teens. As a parent, I can't recommend it enough. It addresses the concerns and uncertainties that many parents have as their teenage children make the transition to adulthood.
It covers a wide range of practical topics and essential skills, such as self-care, financial management, household repairs, and personal safety. I appreciate how the book breaks down complex tasks into simple, step-by-step instructions, making it easier to understand and apply the knowledge in real-life situations.
I found the emphasis on cultivating healthy habits and responsible decision-making particularly valuable. The book also goes into how to prioritize self-care and maintain physical and mental well-being, as well as offering practical advice on budgeting, saving, and investing, empowering teenagers to develop strong financial literacy skills early on.
This is a must-read for any teenager wanting to become more independent or for the parent of a reluctant teen.
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- Bekah
- 10-06-23
Wide range of topics
One aspect I appreciate about this book is its comprehensive approach to essential life skills. It covers a wide range of topics, from self-care and managing finances to basic household repairs and car maintenance. I found the section on managing finances particularly helpful. It provides insights on budgeting, avoiding unnecessary expenses, and even offers tips on how to grow your money.
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- Simon Patel
- 28-06-23
skills guide
This fantastic book will equip you with all the essential life skills you need to become a true adult extraordinaire.
From managing your finances like a boss to fixing that pesky leaky faucet, this guide has got you covered. You'll learn how to whip up delicious meals in no time, impressing both yourself and your friends with your culinary prowess. But it's not just about surviving; it's about thriving! Discover the art of self-care and why it should be your number one priority. Learn the secrets of saving money on grocery shopping and sneak in some exercise even when your schedule is jam-packed.
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- Amy
- 13-06-23
I wish I had this growing up!
After listening to this audiobook I actually felt envious of teenagers today who choose to take advantage of this amazing tool at a touch of a button. Growing up in a traditional school, we were never taught about any of this stuff. My parents would always help me with my homework but there was never that much time and attention given to this kind of fundamental stuff.
This audiobook covers so many things that are actually more important than most subjects in school. It gives you the knowledge and information to go into adulthood feeling confident about issues that happen in everyday life.
The chapters on Online and Offline Safety and Making Money Work For You were really interesting to me. This will be a real confidence boaster for any teen who listens to it and will give them a jump start into the real world. The authors writing style is easy to follow and the narrator keeps you engaged the entire time. Would recommend this to any parent to help give their child a head start in life.
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- Donesa Walker
- 14-06-23
Real Life!
Great guide for teens! Especially loved the section on safety online abd offline. Practical guidance and great tips given in a light tone that teens will accept easily. Great advice from money matters to heart matters.
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- maduka
- 12-06-23
Interesting read
Teenagers may learn to cook, deal with vehicles, manage money, and become more physically active with the help of this audiobook. Many of the things that are necessary while venturing out into life on one's own. It offers guidance on how to overcome obstacles, as well as the significance of creating goals for oneself. Teens need to be taught how to practice proper self-care since it does not usually come easily to them. I believe that listening to this audiobook will do an excellent job of preparing teenagers for life as an adult, and I have advised my teenage boys to listen to this.
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