A TEEN LINE student counselor explains ways to deal with a family member leaving for the military.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Directed by: Frank Capra Screenplay by: Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett and Frank Capra Story by: Philip Van Doren Stern This 1946 holiday classic tells the story of George Bailey, family man and active community member. When a competitor comes to town and threatens to destroy everything George has built, he considers suicide. But in his deepest hour, George gets a visit from a special visitor and sees how his absence will devastate those around him. This movie made us THINK about the power of family and ...

Check out the latest SIMPLE TRUTH from our featured professional contributor... "If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything." - Mark Twain Think about how much energy it takes to tell part of the truth, to edit your story, or to make something new up entirely. It totally makes sense that telling the truth is easier - but if it is, why don't we do it? I'm not just talking about being truthful with others. I'm talking about being truthful with ourselves. I remember times in my life when I ...

Nothing is more powerful than the truth. Even though it might be hard, speaking your truth can prevent a lot of misunderstandings.

Read about how this TEEN TRUTH Tribe Member faced a tough situation as she started high school... The whistle blows, and the white water settles into a clear glass. "Nice work today, boys." The head coach compliments them. "Carmel on three, Carmel on three! ONE-TWO-THREE! CARMEL!" As each guy hops out of the water, the coaches give him a pat on the back after a grueling workout. I watch as they talk amongst each other, as if they have known each other their entire lives. In the 8th grade, I remember watching how ...

We're proud to have supported RONNIE BROWN and JASON TAYLOR's efforts to MAKE A DIFFERENCE by attending and helping to sponsor the 7th Annual Jason Taylor Charity Smash Ping Pong Tournament earlier this month. We had a blast and it felt really good to MAKE A DIFFERENCE and give back to the community that has given so much to TEEN TRUTH!