15 Challenges to Make This, “YOUR BEST SUMMER EVER!!”

Spend more time out of your bed then in your bed.
Sleep outside and invite some friends along to your camp-out and tell them s’mores and an amazing breakfast is involved! (compliments of YOU)
Make a YouTube video doing something creative, or just plain silly, and become a YouTube sensation overnight!
Watch a documentary about the food industry and decide you’re going tomake 3 changes to your diet for the better.
Like… stop. drinking. soda!
Ask out that one person you’ve been crushing on the entire school year- you can do it!
Plan a really creative date for them- I’m talking Snapchat or Instagram worthy!
Simplify your life and give away some stuff you haven’t used in ages or clothes you never wear… or sell it at a yard sale and donate the money or do something nice for someone.
Be grateful for all of your blessings and write down 3 things every single day about what you’re grateful for.
Road trip to the closest state line and make a really big deal about crossing it. Like, a really. big. deal. The more confetti the better.
Get over one of your fears like that humongo roller coaster that you swear you’re not afraid of.
Clean the bathroom every Saturday morning for you parents without being asked or complaining about it.
Cook dinner for your family one night by watching a how-to video online… think Taco Tuesdays (because they probably are the best and only appropriate meal for a Tuesday).
Create an amazing summer playlist on Spotify and then dance to it (even if people are watching).
Bring joy to others through random acts of kindness, gifts or notes… to family, friends, or even strangers!

*And here’s a bonus one- if your crush denied you, don’t dwell on it all summer… go out and have fun with friends and family, meet new people! Enjoy Life. A big part of life is relationships, making new connections and memories and experiencing that together! Trying new things is what makes our world grow. Never settle for mediocre and don’t base your self-worth on whether you’re with this guy or that girl. You have plenty of time for a serious relationship when the time is right. For now, enjoy making amazing friendships and having fun, because life is too short not to! (Ok so that was a little long, but hey, it was my closing too!)

Lauren A. Caron

Students are saying:

The REALife program taught me that decisions you make right now can greatly affect your life in the future. 1 in every 4 sexually active teens gets an STD in America each year and I don’t want to become a statistic!” Female, 13 years old.

“REALife taught me that to have good long-term relationships, you have to have commitment and good communication. There are ways to resist feeling pressured and you have to make the right decisions to get there.” Female, 14 years old.

“I liked how easily the presenters were able to connect with us. I felt so comfortable, I honestly loved it and great info! I want all my future boyfriends to see this.”
Female, 16 years old.

“I loved the honesty and openness about sex and relationships and that the presenter was very real, it was awesome!” Male, 16

Teachers are saying:

“We found the information presented to be thought provoking for the students and relevant to their age group. Students were able to relate to the material because they have either been involved in similar situations or know others involved. Throughout the presentation, they referenced movies and current news that are all relevant and tie into the information presented. ‘Sex Matters’ draws students’ attention and they stay focused on what is being discussed. I highly recommend this presentation to any high school health class.” Maria B. Wayne Hills High School

“I thought it was great how the presenters helped the students understand that sex affects all decisions in their life either directly or indirectly. They were also able to keep the attention of the students and get them to interact with them.”
Kimberly S. Silk City School Based Youth Services Program

“This program provided our students with fun-filled activities that promoted positive choices that impact their lives today and in the future!” W. Ivery, Health Teacher, NYA School

“The REALife program has been a wonderful educational enrichment program for our 7th and 8th grade students. It has provided the students with strategies and motivation to be successful with avoiding high risk behaviors, such as early sexual involvement and saying no to drugs and alcohol. With the continuation of this program the students will become better equipped to make sound choices for life.” J. Knox, Middle School Principal