“Contents,” For the Strength of Youth, July 2021, inside front cover–1. Features On the Cover: 7 Brushstrokes to a Happier Life, p. 8 Illustration by Katy Dockrill The Divine Plan of Becoming More By Elder D. Todd Christofferson In this life, it is not a question of “to be or not to be” but “to become more or not to become more.” Why You Should Be of Good Cheer By David A. Edwards The Lord encourages us to be of good cheer—and gives us reasons. 7 Brushstrokes to a Happier Life By Hank Smith Here are some simple things you can do to be happier. Kosei’s Joy By David Dickson This young man from Japan loves to share the gospel. The Vision By Paul B. Murphy and Lance Fry See how Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon received the vision that became Doctrine and Covenants 76. Do the Write Thing By the Young Men General Presidency Having trouble with scripture study? Try writing. Was I Worthy? Name Withheld A young woman talks about what helped her deal with the effects of sexual abuse. You Can Make It! By Eric B. Murdock Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have done—and are doing—so much to help us inherit the celestial kingdom. Also Inside … Connect Poster How We Worship Firm Foundations Fun Stop Questions and Answers To the Point Last Word By Elder Ronald A. Rasband People from Church History