Being a teenager can be a tough time. Your hormones are changing, you haven’t quite figured out your identity, and maybe you’ve even got a bad case of acne. Nevertheless, it’s still possible to project confidence and feel good about yourself, without over-focusing on appearance.

If you're taller than all your friends, you might feel a bit self-conscious about your height. Since you can't change your height, try to embrace it by showing off your best posture and wearing clothes that flatter your body. You'll be looking so good that you won't feel self-conscious at all!

Reputation is how other people view you and can be based on things you have (or haven’t done), gossip, and how you present yourself in person and online. Your reputation may be good, bad, or somewhere in between, but you might not be happy with the image that you feel you project. The good thing is, your reputation is not permanent and with time and a plan, you can change how people

Self-esteem can be difficult to achieve, especially for teenagers. Teens have so many pressures that can lead to low self-esteem or feelings of inferiority. You can help your teen with self-esteem by modeling good behaviors and accepting yourself. You should encourage your teen to pursue their interests and find what they excel at. If that doesn't work, help your teen get help. Learn

If you want your family to give you more freedom, the best way to earn their trust is to prove you are responsible. Always let someone know where you are, and be home in time for curfew. Becoming more independent is the best way to grow into a happy and highly-functioning young adult, and the best time to practice valuable life skills is now, while you have adults around to help you

Expert Reviewed If you're the smallest person in your class, don't sweat it. You can get past it, and even thrive in your role as "shorty". Being the smallest person in your class may cause you to get teased, but if you look on the bright side, there are many advantages to being smaller than your classmates.

Everyone knows that the number one priority of any teen (besides growing up) is having a good time. We live in an age where there are many ways to get into trouble in the everlasting quest for fun. So, with this in mind, here are some tips for teens to have fun in a good manner.

Expert Reviewed Practically all kids, and some adults for that matter, are eager to grow taller. Unfortunately for them, there is no quick way to increase height. If you’re a kid, you have to be patient; if you’re an adult, you just have to hope you don’t start shrinking too soon! Learn easy ways to keep track of your height and know if you are growing taller.