Teenagers Need To Explore More
When pondering the importance of exploring the unknown, obvious examples like Christopher Columbus immediately come to mind. There’s no question that Columbus explored the uncharted, unsettled American frontier, but modern exploration is far different.
Exploring the unknown can be as simple as trying the new seafood place in town. Sure, the menu has shrimp, but what about clams? Exploring unknown territory could broaden horizons. It encourages modern day adventurers to take risks and to be open-minded. Indulging in exploration at a young age can allow people to be more aware of surrounding opportunities, giving them an advantage over their unadventurous peers.
Exploring the TV guide and watching something new opens viewers to other perspectives. It breaks down barriers between groups of people. Exploration combines cultures; it creates connections. It’s impossible to talk to someone and connect over a love for the Food Network if you only watch HGTV.
Exploring a mattress store is by far the most important. The most popular mattress isn’t necessarily the best. Others may be more supportive or more soft. Without walking around the store and trying them all, the best fit is never found.
Although it sounds ridiculous, simple exploration is critical to expanding your comfort zone. All jokes and unorthodox examples aside, humans tend to stick with what’s comfortable, but I’ve had a realization: it is up to us to explore. Older generations are more set in their ways, so teenagers need to strap on their exploring boots and get to it.
Mattie Freeze is a senior, and this is her second year on the newspaper staff. Freeze joined because she would like to go into broadcasting.
Other Interests:...
Reegan • Jan 15, 2020 at 9:39 am
Dear Mattie,
I agree that we as teenagers should explore more and get out of our comfort zones. We should use our time now to explore new things. Later we might regret not trying the thing we should have, but some things aren’t worth trying. There are so many things that we think wouldn’t matter that could get you in a bunch of trouble.
Lizzy Hollabaugh • Jan 12, 2020 at 1:47 pm
Counter Argument: I agree completely that teens should be more open to everything whether that be a new way of learning, trying new foods or a different style, or even the type of person you are wanting to be and the way you treat people.
My Argument: Although trying new things has always been what we wanted it is not always a good thing because some kids could take it as going and hanging out with the wrong crowd of friends instead, and just overall getting into some serious trouble. At this age, this is really the time that we should discover who we are and hopefully we better ourselves for our futures.
Karli Lakey • Jan 10, 2020 at 11:13 am
Dear Mattie,
Yes I agree exploration is a part of life teens are missing out on, but some people’s personality is just to play safe. That is just who they are and no one can ask someone to change who they are. I personally love to explore, but if my friend doesn’t that doesn’t make it impossible to talk to them or be friends. It might be more challenging but not impossible.
Brilon Lichtie • Jan 9, 2020 at 4:49 pm
Dear Mattie,
Counter Argument: Exploring new things is exciting. Not always in a thrilling, heart-racing way, but the smaller, simpler discoveries can also widely change the way one views our world.
My argument: Exploring is one of the driving aspects of mankind. Though it’s exciting and sometimes breathtaking, being traditional and settling can allow one to be more tranquil and at peace. What purpose do we have if we don’t stop for a second and enjoy what we already can see or what we already have?
Jordan Hamilton • Jan 9, 2020 at 12:18 pm
Dear, Mattie
Counter-Argument: Yes, it is true that everyone and especially teens need to be open to new “opportunities,” friendships, etc. Doing this makes people more open-minded and probably for care-free. Even so sometimes change can be dangerous in its own way.
Argument: While yeah “exploration” is good for you a majority of the time, it can also be unbeneficial. Once example is trying new food only to find your allergic to it, or meeting new friends who do not have your best intentions in mind. Therefore, change may be dangerous in some cases