Not Like Everyone Else

Luis V., age 16, Guatemala Department, Guatemala

Likes to play the piano and build Legos.

Youth today have lots of temptations, like certain trends, some bad types of social media and music, inappropriate language, and alcohol and drugs. My classmates at school don’t have bad intentions, but sometimes they invite me to try these things.

I’ve had to learn to say no. As my classmates have gotten to know me better, they’ve realized I’m not like everyone else. I have earned their respect by showing them I can be a normal teenager without having bad language or behavior.

As youth, we have to turn to Heavenly Father every day and ask for His help. We have to always remember what we’ve been taught. We have to show that we’re members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Instead of being influenced by others, we need to influence others to change. That can improve the world.