How do I get more mature?

Question

I want to mature more. I'm 15, going to be a sophmore, and my parents (especially mom) stressed that I should get straight A+'s because freshman was kinda eh, not the best (C, and B's) I want to go to Ivy league schools. I'm kinda immature. More mature than my friends but not mature to my parents. I want to be able to hold in a laugh, I want to stop making retarded comments and stop acting impulsive. I want those A+s...If i get those I get my hot car, my sweet 16, and later on my dream college. What are tips to make me more "adult like?". I want to be a good kid for my parents I'm the oldest I should know better.

Answer 1

Your get matured over time! Your already a good kid, Think about it: Your in school compared to so many highschool dropouts, your trying your hardest to make an effort in school. C's and B's are good, you can survive with that and deff. make it in to college. Your mom just wants you to try a little harder, Your trying already so it shouldnt be hard for you to try a little harder. You deff. have more than enough chance to bring your grades up this year and the next and the next, You'll be ok. Just dont drop your grades. Your already a good student/kid to your parents your not pregnant or doing drugs right? So your all good. You are already on the road to success just drive a little faster thats all and by that you'll mature Into an even better greater student/kid and your parents will deff. without a doubt be proud. How bout that?

Good luck this year..I.Hope this answer helped u out  

Answer 2

Avoid the words f**t and p**p!

Answer 3

You are young, enjoy it while it lasts because it doesn't stay that way forever. Have fun and enjoy the joys of not having to work or pay bills. Maybe you should try a job like babysitting, walking dogs, or tutoring. It would prove you are responsible and able to handle things.

Answer 4

Well to mature myself, I meditate without music or other medians for 1 hour a day, but in your case, I suggest meditating for 2 or more hours.

Answer 5

The best way to mature is to ask EVERYTHING on answers.yahoo.com, down to the most insignificant and minuscule detail. ALWAYS listen to the "best answer" and you will go far on the internet.

Answer 6

Why hurry up to get old?  It's not as fun, trust me.  I know, I know, that's what they always say.  I'm still not completely mature and I'm 23.  I hope to stay that way.

Answer 7

grow up.

Answer 8

Real maturity comes natural.  Forced maturity is unhealthy.

You're wrong about the hot car.  I got A+s in high school and now 2 decades later I'm totally in debt.  I've never had a new car, not even a Corolla.

Good grades DO NOT equal financial success.  They can be a good indicator sometimes, but they are no guarantee.

I'm not saying to not get good grades.  That in itself is very rewarding.  Just don't attach a future to them.

Also, you're not necessarily going to get better grades by holding your laughter and not being impulsive.

You'll stop making retarded comments and mature in good time.  You can start off by realizing that the future is an illusion.

Answer 9

1) -Tone down your fashions. First impressions do count.

You can still wear brightly colored clothes, but look at the fit and the style.

-Wear sophisticated things, but express your style with piece that is a little more funny or wild, for example, big sunglasses, kitten heels, or a crazy tie.

-Wear more tailored clothing, more put together.

2)-Use manners. Try to be courteous without being stuffy or inflexible.

When meeting new people, shake their hand. A solid grip, but not too hard, two pumps of the hand and let go. Don't look at your hands; look them in the eye. Repeat their name and make an effort to remember it.

Avoid interrupting people during conversation; people find this irritating.

Don't play with things, look away, or fidget.

3) Think before you speak. If you can't think of anything to say, or don't have anything nice to say, then say nothing.

4) Listen, slightly nod, and say little things like, "Oh, yes," to let them know you are listening.

5) Remember, when you speak, use facial expressions and be funny as usual, but be more serious in conversation.

6) Be helpful. Hold doors, help pick things up, and offer help and assistance when needed.

7) Talk about mature things to people: work, life experiences, and life lessons you have learned, or just about how beautiful it is outside. Notice how they carry themselves, how they dress, and how they speak.

8) Keep in mind, around kids, squat down to their size when you talk to them. Don't act fake when they tell you something that is a big accomplishment to them. Say, "Awesome!" or, "Wow, good job." Kids feel good when you are truly amazed instead of patronizing.

9) Try to use proper grammar and spelling whenever you write, including instant messaging and online games.

10) Keep an open mind. Just because you have never heard of or tried something, doesn't mean you should shut it out or dismiss the possibility. Rather, see it as an opportunity for you to learn about something (or someone) new and different.

11) Learn to control your temper. Above all, if somebody does something you don't agree with, try not to shout or carry on. Instead, let it go if it is a minor matter. If you must say something or disagree with someone, do so tactfully and in a conversational tone of voice. You'll find that people respond more positively, too.

12) Don't swear, or at the very least, save the swearing for times that really warrant it. Swearing mainly demonstrates to others that you have poor control over your temper. Instead, try learning some other words to show your displeasure with something. Something that's not up to your standards could be terrible, lousy, rotten, crummy, no-good, and so on. Many of these terms will help you zero in on what the trouble is, communicate more effectively, and perhaps even move towards a solution.

-Try it! You will probably find that people will listen to you better and take you more seriously if you don't swear.



13) Accept compliments gracefully. If somebody has taken the trouble to compliment you, the least you can do is appreciate it.

14) Take criticism gracefully, too. Not all of it is valid, but it is often worth giving some thought to how others see you and what you can improve.

This will work miracles for you on college interviews and job interviews later on, savour it.

Answer 10

only experience and time will mature you... and hard times.

try gettin a job, learning responsibility, try to realize and understand all the problems on earth,.  

Answer 11

Maturity comes with experience. Your parents can't expect you to act mature at 15 since you are still young and have a lot to live for! Don't stress it, just focus on what you can do to get better grades and be respectful. Maturity comes from the understanding that you never stop learning. So don't fret, you shouldn't hurry!

Answer 12

well make your own decisions  

Answer 13

Well you dont just wake up one day and go "I am going to be so mature and well behaved today. Im going to morph myself into someone i WISH i was so others think that i am." That doesnt happen. Just do the right thing. You get more mature as you grow up. Dont do this just for your parents, unless theyre going to kill you or something, but do it because you want to. Manage your time wisely. Got homework? Knock it out. Turn it stuff on time. Just do the right thing all the time. Adults mess up, sometimes can be immature, but thats life. no one can be perfect and it just takes time for someone to get more mature. Something will happen and you will just automcatically just be the more mature person you want to be. Do the right thing.

Answer 14

First you have to perfect you're speach and say "How do I become more mature?" not "How do I get more mature?" =)

(Btw not caring about you're grammer makes you immature)

Answer 15

You can't just snap your fingers and change. It takes a lot of time and it also depends on the friends you hang out with. If you hang out with other people that show more maturity then your other friends, eventually it will begin to rub off on you.

Answer 16

First of all, at this point in your life, you should stop worrying about a sweet sixteen and a hot car.  Both would only cost a lot of your parent's hard-earned money.  You need to realize what it means to work hard, and you need to learn humility and to appreciate the little things.  Gain an understanding of the world around you, and just sit and think now and again.  Just think.

EDIT: And these guys are right.  Maturing isn't as easy as an impulsive urge.  It takes time and genuine desire to become someone greater.

Answer 17

Find some older friends, like 16 and 17 year olds. Hey, im an electronica addict too cool!! But i'm 14!