30/06/2026
THE ADDICTED TEEN AND THE FOCUSED TEEN
After secondary school what is next?
I want to talk about two types of teenagers we see around us: the addicted teen and the focused teen.
Let me start with the addicted teen. About 87% of young adults today fall in this category. They are the ones who picks up their phone first thing in the morning and times they ought to be doing something productive.
They spend hours scrolling, watching short videos, movies or playing games. They leave their work undone, ignore chores, and sleep very late almost every night. If you take their phone away, they become angry. In the end, their interest in academic excellence drops, they feel tired always, and they ask themselves later: “Where did all my time go?”
Now look at the focused teen. Minority belong to this group.
These are not teens who never have fun. They know how to control their time. They do their studies,chores and every other thing that will make them better first, then enjoy their phone or games later. They use the internet to learn new things, not just waste time. They respect their parents, plan for their future, and work toward their dreams. Because of this, they get to progress effortlessly, earn trust, and move closer to success.
Here in Africa, parents work hard for their children. Many young adults have big dreams to be doctors, athletes, teachers, engineers, or business owners. Every minute wasted is a minute lost from building that future.
Remember this: Your phone and games are good tools, but do not let them control you. You control them.
The addicted teen lets time slip away. The focused teen uses time to build a great life.
The choice is yours. Remember to always seek God's opinion over every matter before you.
© Joseph Oziegbe Eguaoje
The 21st Century Teenager
Joe Amazing Grace
