This is a post that I’ve been wanting to write for a long time. I always brushed it to the back of the list because I worried about how it would be perceived. As a teenager, this topic has weighed on my heart for many years and I feel like it needs to be addressed.
This whole post was inspired by one of my favorite scriptures.
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” – 1 Timothy 4:12
I’m sure anyone, no matter what your age, can relate to feeling looked down on at some point in their life due to their youth. I know I can.
I know that as we grow we gain more wisdom. I don’t claim to have all the answers. But, just because I’m young doesn’t mean that my voice should be silenced. Just because I’m young that doesn’t me I don’t have ideas. Just because I’m young doesn’t mean I’m as naive as you think I am. Just because I’m young, don’t count be out.
Young people so many have ideas. We’re making differences every single day. We’re standing up for our friends that got bullied because of their sexual orientation; We’re protesting against gun violence and bigotry; We’re standing together no matter what differentiates us from our neighbor next door.
In this day and age we realize that we have a voice and it can be heard in so many different ways. No, we’re not always right. No, we don’t have lots of “life experience.” No, we don’t go about things the proper way all the time. But, we see that the torch is getting passed to us and we want to be a generation to remember.
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The main point of this post is to remind people of any age that you can make a difference! Will it make CNN or earn you a Nobel Piece Prize? Probably not. But, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it. Don’t ever give up! As a world we have come so far by using our voices and standing up for who and what we believe in. Please, don’t be silenced by people who are too afraid to listen. I can guarantee you that there’s at least one person out there that wants to hear what you have to say. I know I do.
“We are the world, we are the children. We are the ones who make a brighter day,
so let’s start giving. There’s a choice we’re making, we’re saving our own lives. It’s true we’ll make a better day, just you and me.” “We Are The World” by Michael Jackson
That’s all for today. I hope this isn’t taken the wrong way. I have immense respect for people that have lived longer than myself and am in no way trying to be disrespectful. I just feel that young people can get overlooked at times because of their youth. I want to take a stand against the stigma. I really appreciate if you read this whole post. Whether you agree with me or not, I genuinely appreciate you hearing me out.
Question Time:
Have you ever felt looked down on because of your youth?
Share your thoughts on the topic below.
I couldn’t agree more with your post! I think action at all ages is so important. Standing up for others and doing what is right is always a good idea. I was not put off by this post because I’m way older. I appreciate your candor. Keep changing the world for good my friend! XO
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Thank you so much, Kathrine! I’m glad this post was well received. I think you’re never too young or old to make a difference 🙂 Have a wonderful week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I know exactly what you mean!
I’ve felt looked down on especially in school, because my opinion often didn’t mirror that of other students and teachers and after a while I just stopped speaking out. I felt like I was label “the stupid american” and my point of view wasn’t considered as relevant. I know I probably was way off track at least 60% of the time, but I still would’ve appreciated if someone had sat me down and told me where my facts were faulty so that I could learn and form a more educated opinion.
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I can relate to that as well. Having a different stand point on something and voicing your beliefs is hard to do. Especially, when you’re young and aren’t always taken seriously. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Have a wonderful week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Action is important at all ages. You don’t have to be a certain age to know right from wrong or to stand up for what you belive in.
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I totally agree! Wisdom knows no age 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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Very well said post. I do agree with you. Everyone deserves the right to be heard and everyone can make a difference, no matter the age! You speak very wisely and with kindness. Best wishes to you.
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Thank you so much, Amelia! Everyone does deserve to be heard, no matter what they believe. Have a fabulous week xx
Blessings,
Edye
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People often mistake me for a teenager because I have a young face and I definitely think that people talk down to me because of it. I often do not feel as respected in the workplace or in daily situations because people think im a child. Thanks for sharing–I totally relate to this!
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I’m glad you found the post relatable, Heather! I know many people who struggle with that same thing (at times myself included). Have a great rest of your week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Not only because of my age but also because I’m a girl! And I look younger than I am… so that doesn’t help much!
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Ileana
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I can totally relate, Ilena! Looking/being young is difficult in and of itself. But, being a girl as well, makes it even harder. Thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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This is such a lovely post and I couldn’t agree more. I’m 25 now and I still feel looked down on for being young so unfortunately it doesn’t go away! Plus apparently you actually start losing brain cells after 21 so that’s proof young people should be listened to!
Amy xx
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Thanks, Amy! I love the “losing brain cells fact,” haha! Now I’m gonna embrace my age even more 😉 xx
Blessings,
Edye
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lovely post dear <33
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Thanks so much, Ania!
Blessings,
Edye
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This is so inspiring!
No matter how old you are you can make a difference.
Don’t let anyone look down on you.
Thank you for sharing!
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Thanks so much! I’m so happy that you enjoyed the post. I hope you have a great week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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This is such a great post, girlie, and I agree, that because someone is young doesn’t mean that they don’t have something of substance to offer. In fact, they can offer a unique perspective that can be so spot on to what’s taking place. Thanks for sharing and you are such an inspiration!
XO,
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Jalisa! I completely agree with you; people of all ages have so much to offer. Have a wonderful rest of your week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Very well written! It’s good for us all to stop and think!
Have a great week! 😀
Michelle
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Thanks, Michelle! Yes, it is very important. I hope you have a great week as well 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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I have never seen that Bible verse before, but I really appreciate you for sharing this. It is such a true verse! I have felt just like you and I have to say this…do you! Only YOU know your full potential and what you are capable of, no one but you and God. Remember that! 🙂
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I completely agree, Candace! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed the post! Everyone is their own individual with their own thoughts and goals. I always say that we should never be afraid to make ourselves happy 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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Hi Edye, It was a pleasure to read your post. What a wise young lady you are! I know what you are saying is true; that the young are just shuffled aside at times instead of listened to. You are all of our future, stay close to Jesus that He may guide your steps always! Teresa
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Hi Teresa! Thanks so much for your sweet words! Recently I’ve started to embrace my youth and be content with the point/age I’m at in my life. Have a wonderful rest of your week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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oh yes, I have felt looked down on because of my age! I totally understand that struggle. This is such a great topic Edye- thank you for this! love that bible verse too
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Thanks, girl! I’m so glad you enjoyed the post and could relate to it. It’s nice to know that other people have felt the same way I have. Happy August ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Indeed! very well said.
hope you could check-out my blog 🙂
Xoxo,Shaine
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Thanks, Shaine! I’ll definitely check out your blog 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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I love that bible verse. I actually have that under my email signature at work. I’ve experience being look down to because I was younger, because I don’t look smart, because I’m a fashion and makeup person… All those stereotypes. But I’ve managed to prove them wrong… All I needed to do was to stand up and show them that there’s so much more to me than what they’ve pictured of me.
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I’m glad you enjoyed the post, Gellie! I totally agree with you. Once we stand up to being stereotyped and prove that we have so much more to offer, it helps to build our confidence and shows others who we really are ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I couldn’t agree more! I think people have a tendency to look down on others because of their age, but in reality we have a really unique perspective to share.
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So true, Kenzie! Each individual, no matter their age, has so much insight and wisdom to offer.
Blessings,
Edye
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I couldn’t agree more with you. We should remember that we have to stand up for what you believe in no matter how old you are. What an inspiring post! I just found your blog and I really like it! Hope you are having a great week! xx
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Thanks so much, Maria! I’m so happy you enjoyed the post and found it inspirational. I hope you’re having a wonderful week as well xx
Blessings,
Edye
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what you said is so true! Just be yourself and live your life. It is not neccesary to think about what other think, even if they look down on you
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, Gail! Being yourself is the best thing you can be ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I couldn’t agree more. Taking action is any important at any age but I specially at a young age. We must raise awarness of the issues that need a solution because as the quote said “we blame society but we are society”. We are the only ones who can fix those issues.
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, Cristina! Yes, taking action is so important and we can all make a difference.
Blessings,
Edye
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A post well-written Edye!!!
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Happy Thursday!
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Thanks, Rebecca! Have a lovely day.
Blessings,
Edye
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Wow – this is a great post. I always have felt more mature than my actual age and it can be complicated to manage. We have to embrace our power as the next generation!
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Thank you, Emma! I totally agree, we need to embrace our age and not be afraid to stand out 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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Action is so important. who if not you?
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Yes, it is! Thanks for reading, Yuliya ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I can’t say that I felt looked down on in my youth, but I will say that one of my worst traits is worrying what people think. Even now blogging and putting photos out there for the world to see, I worry always about what people might think. Enjoyed this read x
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I worry about what others think, too. I’m learning to stop myself from doing it, but I still do from time to time. Thanks for reading, Nancy xx
Blessings,
Edye
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What a lovely post! So thought provoking xx
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Thanks so much, Dominique! Have a lovely week xx
Blessings,
Edye
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I totally understand where you’re coming from with this post and you’re right. Action is important from all ages, we need to improve for the better together.
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, Shireen! Yes, action is important no matter what age you are. ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I couldn’t agree with this more, I’ve been looked down on so many times in my life and it’s really upsetting.
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I’m so glad you liked the post, Rosy! It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who can relate to this topic. Thanks for reading xx
Blessings,
Edye
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I love these quotes and your positivity! People with your kind of attitude are the ones who make a difference 🙂
xx Tristan
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You’re so kind, Tristan! Thank you so much! I hope you have a wonderful week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Such a great post! I think it happens all the time no matter how old you are! This is why it’s so important to stay true to yourself! You wrote this so beautiful, and I can only encourage you to change the world one step at a time!
Wishing you a Happy Weekend!!
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Thanks so much for your sweet comment, Vanessa! I completely agree that we need to stay true to who we truly are; and never let the world change us. I hope you have a wonderful week ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Really inspiring! Have a lovely weekend. Gemma x
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Thank you, Gemma! Hope you had an awesome weekend xx
Blessings,
Edye
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This is so inspiring! I love the post:)
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Thanks so much, Iryna! 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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I think that everyone has! There is always an older person that assures you that you couldn’t possibly know something or understand something because of your lack of experience. I don’t think most young people claim to know everything but they do have a fresh perspective and it should be taken seriously.
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I totally agree, Monika! Young people have a fresh perspective and it should definitely be taken more seriously. Have a great week!
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Edye
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This is so true! Can’t agree more!xx
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Thanks, Daniel! Have a great week.
Blessings,
Edye
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Great post my friend. I believe there is no age limit to do the right thing for the society…
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Thanks so much! I totally agree 🙂
Blessings,
Edye
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Such a powerful message here! Thank you for sharing this 🙂
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, Kathryn! Thanks for reading xx
Blessings,
Edye
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I totally agree with you and with the message of your post! You seem to be very smart for your age! So you are the best proof that just because someone is young, he isn´t immature and can even have a strong voice! I really liked this post! xoxo
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Thanks so much for your sweet comment! I’m so happy that you enjoyed the post ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Woah, this was such an incredibly inspirational post! It’s so true, I think no matter your age, that you can definitely achieve things if you put your mind to it. Lovely post Edye!
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Thanks so much, Jeann! I totally agree with you ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I’m 25, and every time I read negative comments from older generations about millennials I get so frustrated. Sure, maybe a lot of us spend too much time on our phones or use too much storage space in our brains on stuff like Kardashian family drama, but we’re pretty solid in our beliefs and opinions and we fight for them and make them known. It’s definitely frustrating being looped into some stereotype just because of your age.
Don’t let them get to you!
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I couldn’t agree with you more, Mattie! We’re so solid in our beliefs and are doing our best to make a difference. Thanks so much for reading and commenting.
Blessings,
Edye
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I have learned so much from people who are younger than me – especially my adult daughters. Living a life of integrity and wisdom and being an example to others know no age. You are so on target. Thanks for sharing with #overthemoon
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I totally agree with you, Cathy. You can set an example for others no matter what your age is. I hope you have a wonderful week!
Blessings,
Edye
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This scripture has been close to my heart since I was a young teenager! And now, so many years later, as I mentor teenagers I love it just as much. Young people have so much to offer!
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It’s always been close to my heart too. I completely agree, young people have so much potential ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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Couldn’t agree more! x
Have a lovely week,
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Thanks for stopping by, Andreea! Have an awesome week xx
Blessings,
Edye
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Totally agree! Young and older- we can learn from each other 🙂
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Absolutely! Thanks for reading, Mila xx
Blessings,
Edye
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You are so wise. As I read your articles, I can feel the love you have for your fellowman as you give advice to others. When you wrote “set an example for the believers,” I was touched by your message. We can learn words of wisdom from our youth. I learn so much from my daughters.
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Thank you so much, Linda! Your kind words made my day ❤ We can totally learn something from people of all ages. Wisdom knows no age.
Blessings,
Edye
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I loved this blog post. I remember what it was like to be a teenager and not being listened to that much. You’re right you are the future and your in your prime and need to be heard more.
Keep speaking up and making a difference.
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Thanks so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the post and could relate to it. Have a great day!
Blessings,
Edye
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Good for you!! I truly believe that the future is our youth and their ideas and dreams need to be heard because they will make this a better world!!
Thanks for stopping by!
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Deb
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Thanks for reading and commenting, Deb! I completely agree! Together we can make the world a better place.
Blessings,
Edye
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I couldn’t agree more. I am 25 with 3 young children but I must look at about 16! I get spoken down to quite a lot, this happened a lot more when I was pregnant. I have a little more confidence, since I started my own business, to say something about how they are speaking to me. xx
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I’m so glad you could relate to this post! Thanks for reading and sharing your experience with the topic. I hope you’ll stop back by my blog soon ❤
Blessings,
Edye
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I wish I was confident to voice my thoughts when I was young. Fortunately with age that came. 🙂 I admire the young today who are bold, know what they believe in and stand tall. Great post!
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Thank you so much, Tracey! As I grow older I strive to be more courageous and open about my thoughts and views 🙂
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