The novel The First Stone written by Don Aker Proves that adolescents can change regardless of who they are or of their past. To begin with, people can change with help, and by leaving their unhealthy environment, another reason is the realization that they no longer want to be a burden on others, and additionally by wanting to help others improve their own lives. All teens have their own reasons for why they want to change, many of them include the 3 reasons just listed. With that said individuals in The First Stone depict that even neglected teens can change with help, as demonstrated by their kindness towards others, reminding us that even humans make mistakes but do still deserve a second chance. First of all, anyone can change by getting
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Leeza states “He made me remember something i’d forgotten… that i could be strong too.” (Aker 214) This displays that Reef wanted to help Leeza get better so he tried his best to motivate her. He voluntarily convinced Leeza to stop staying in her room all day at North Hills, rather go to the 8th floor which is her therapy floor and will help her learn to walk again. This is not only benefiting Leeza it is helping out her mom and stepdad by not having to go to North Hills everyday. Another reason, as for change by progression proven by Reef is “She did something to me made me want to be better, better than what i was before at least” (Aker #). This shows that Reef wanted to change so he could improve his life and others, he would be helping himself by proving that he is not just a tough guy anymore, he is stronger mentally. This not only is helping him but others as well as he will no longer be causing them the substantial pain he caused …show more content…
As mentioned, adolescents change with the right help and a positive environment, having the urge to rid the burden they have put on others and most importantly wanting to improve their own and others lives. Thus, change is very evident in teens as they are growing and becoming better, sensible and understanding. There are several books and studies that also prove change is very possible and in fact common amongst adolescents, so we should not doubt others on their
Leeza states “He made me remember something i’d forgotten… that i could be strong too.” (Aker 214) This displays that Reef wanted to help Leeza get better so he tried his best to motivate her. He voluntarily convinced Leeza to stop staying in her room all day at North Hills, rather go to the 8th floor which is her therapy floor and will help her learn to walk again. This is not only benefiting Leeza it is helping out her mom and stepdad by not having to go to North Hills everyday. Another reason, as for change by progression proven by Reef is “She did something to me made me want to be better, better than what i was before at least” (Aker #). This shows that Reef wanted to change so he could improve his life and others, he would be helping himself by proving that he is not just a tough guy anymore, he is stronger mentally. This not only is helping him but others as well as he will no longer be causing them the substantial pain he caused …show more content…
As mentioned, adolescents change with the right help and a positive environment, having the urge to rid the burden they have put on others and most importantly wanting to improve their own and others lives. Thus, change is very evident in teens as they are growing and becoming better, sensible and understanding. There are several books and studies that also prove change is very possible and in fact common amongst adolescents, so we should not doubt others on their