How to Feel Like a Teen when You're Not Yet Old Enough

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Do you feel like the world is going too slowly for you? As a tween, it can feel like it's taking forever to "grow up" into teen-hood. Although it's not really long in the greater scheme of things, if you feel older already, it can be frustrating. In this article, you'll find some ways to feel like a teen even though you're not yet old enough.

Steps

Online

Join social media. This doesn't mean to lie about your age to join Facebook or YouTube, but try to find fun sites without any age requirements. Sites like Twitter don't require users to be 13 or older, but they don't allow people under 13 to provide them with personal info (like full name or phone number) without parental consent. So be sure to ask your parents first! For sites that require 13 and over, ask your parents for permission. If they feel that you're old enough to handle the site, then you'll be able to use it.

Get Snapchat. While Snapchat may be restricted for 13s and over, their version Snapkidz (which is accessed by signing up with an under 13 Date of Birth) allows you to take pictures and edit them.

Play games. If you like video games, try playing games that aren't restrictive on age. This can include sports games like FIFA or Madden. If sports aren't your kind of game, try Simcity or Forza/Driveclub.

Don't lie about your age. Lying about your age could cause your account on sites to be taken down, become bullied or be exposed to adult nature. Even if your friends are signing up for restricted websites, don't give in to peer pressure.

Learn about internet safety. This is important, no matter your age but especially so while you're young. Never arrange to meet up with someone you don't already know. Be sure to identify scammers or pedophiles. Get a good antivirus and try to identify a virus before you install it. Never give your password or any personal info over the internet to someone you don't know no matter what.

In Real Life

Look into fashion. See what's popular. When people are teens they tend to care more about what they wear. While adapting fashion may make you feel more like a teen, don't feel forced to be sensitive about what clothing you wear. If you are taller, this step should be easier for you, as you may be able to fit into teen size clothing or even adult sizes. If you are smaller, don't worry. Try to adapt clothing in the kid's section to suit your style.

Find a hobby. Find one that's more directed at teens than kids if you can.This can include drawing, computers, musical instruments, sports etc. In your school, there may also be clubs for your hobby, making you more enthusiastic about the activities involved. If your hobby is related to a class you're taking in school, try looking for a tutor that's older than you. They could potentially be a role model.

Call your friends to chat. Ask them for their numbers and ring them up. If you haven't got your own phone, try landline or your parent's phones. If you're parents don't let you do this, don't worry. Not all teens do this, and using phones can become an addiction if used too much.

Go out more. Ask your friends if they want to hang out. Always ask parents beforehand, and be home the time they tell you. Be sure to follow any rules they give you. Be sure to learn road safety, especially in the dark. Bring a phone with you. If you don't have one ask to use your parent's. Be wary of stranger danger. Don't trust someone you don't know.