There are certain trends in life that we just go along with because everybody else is. YOLO, an acronym for “You Only Live Once” is one of those things for teens, but it shouldn`t be; teens need to stay strong and not be part of this trend. Teens do not understand the consequences of the reckless behavior that usually follows a "YOLO". I believe YOLO is a bad influence for many reasons. Many people, mostly teens, use it as an excuse to do stupid things, teens should be focused on living everyday to the fullest not just once, and it makes teens act unintelligent.


YOLO is used as an excuse to participate in dangerous or reckless behavior. I'm not saying it is bad to try new things or be daring, actually I think that is what makes life interesting and fun. But taking completely insane risks and being irresponsible because of YOLO is ridiculous. Not just teens but all people should be focused on living everyday to the fullest. Having the best day possible and enjoying every single moment simply because life is just too short not to. But YOLO makes it seem like it is okay to make these reckless decisions every once in awhile and there will be no consequences. That is not true. If young people keep making these bad decisions the reality is they might not get another shot to keep living.

As a country we are so influenced by the media, everything we see on facebook, twitter, or instagram, and the things we see blurting out of headlines and reality shows. Reality TV only shows the happy parts of partying and going out and getting drunk, perfectly sculpting the flawless celebrity life. When in actuality reality stars face the same consequences average people do. The bad is just not publicized. But notice on these shows they never show the negetive side." You only live once, but if you work it right once is enough." We as a society need to start not living once but living fully everyday. Yes we all live once. But remember, we only die once too.