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Steve Henneberry's avatar

Our siblings are much more likely to spot our Inner Teen when it pops to the surface, which isn't inherently good or bad. However, if your Inner Teens clash, it could feel bad as that conflict is brought to the surface. When I feel that way, I revisit something that brings the joyous side of teens out of storage. It's like a quick spritz of Fabreeze for a quick refresh.

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Sarah G. Young's avatar

I love your reflections. I'm totally here for Inner Teen talk. I spent most of my twenties trying to act grown up and mature, and ignoring/suppressing all the things that used to bring me joy as a teen - namely fiction writing and electronic music. Well, it all erupted with a vengeance around the time I turned 30. And I'm embracing it - unapologetically. My more rebellious inner teen said "hey, quit shutting down the things that still light you up!" It's time to accept all the parts and be a whole person again.

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