Summary
This video explores what teenagers think about role models, who their role models are, and what qualities they believe a role model should possess.
Highlights
Defining a Role Model
00:00:07
Teens define a role model as someone they look up to, someone with leadership qualities, who routinely makes good decisions.
Being a Role Model
00:00:24
Some teens believe they are role models to their siblings, while others aspire to be one, trying to do good deeds knowing they are being watched.
Qualities of a Role Model
00:00:45
A role model is confident, true to themselves, helps others, and understands that being a role model doesn't mean being perfect, as perfection is not reality.
Identifying Personal Role Models
00:01:05
Teens identify various people as their role models, including environmental science teachers, dads, grandmas, and especially mothers. Some express that they haven't explicitly told their role models about the impact they've had, while others make an effort to communicate their appreciation.