Wow... this one is easy.
When I look at my daughter who happens to be 16... I can see who I should/could have been.
I tell her all the time....
Remember this is just a small part of the world, go out and explore your options.
Get the foundation work out of the way (education, being a kid) before you try to build a house on it.
BREAK!!!! (she is learning to drive)
Take the time to enjoy every stage in life, its part of building the foundation... (dont be in a hurry to grow up)
When things feel out of control take the time to go back to the basics.... (God, Family)
BREAK!!!
Dont start with the problem. Discover what you want and work your way backwards, finding the solutions... then you wont be disapointed.
Dont try to find the "box" it never fits right anyway.