The authors argue that the modern concept of "teenagerhood"—characterized by low expectations and a focus on entertainment—is a recent cultural invention that limits young people's potential.
Free study and discussion guides are available through WaterBrook & Multnomah . Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low...
is a bestselling book by twin brothers Alex and Brett Harris . Written when the authors were just 19, it serves as a manifesto for the "Rebelution," a movement urging teenagers to reject the cultural myth that adolescence is a "vacation from responsibility" and instead use those years to pursue challenging, purposeful goals. Core Philosophy The authors argue that the modern concept of
The book features stories of "rebelutionaries" who have started non-profits, run political campaigns, or mastered difficult skills. Written when the authors were just 19, it
The brothers also authored Start Here, a practical guide for those ready to begin their own projects.
A "rebellion" not against authority, but against the low expectations society has for youth.