Teens Pendejas

There was Jasmine, the self-proclaimed queen bee with a flair for drama; Mateo, the lovable goofball with a passion for video games; Sofia, the bookworm with a secret love for karaoke; and Carlos, the charming prankster with a knack for getting them into trouble.

“I prefer retired demon physics teacher,” Mr. Abernathy said. “And no. You got a flat tire, a story, and a lesson.” He pointed a gnarled finger at them. “You three are pendejas. But you’re not stupid. There’s a difference.” teens pendejas

: Share short, actionable habits like exercising for 30 minutes daily or learning a basic skill like programming. Topic for personal development talks for 13-17 year olds? There was Jasmine, the self-proclaimed queen bee with

“You’re trying to get to Mateo’s party, aren’t you?” “And no

"Mija," Carmen said, sitting down. "My mother always said, 'Entre más vieja, más pendeja'—the older you get, the more you realize how many mistakes you repeat. But you? You're a teenager. You’re supposed to be a little foolish. It’s how you learn." She handed Sofia a copy of Mamá Didn't Raise a Pendeja

: A collection of blunt, humorous "anti-affirmations" that provide real talk on relationships and life transitions for young women.