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Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing college selection. As the fall months approach, so do college applications. Many seniors, including myself, will be applying to colleges from our college choices. Choosing a college is a tedious process since you will spend the next four years there. Many colleges are selected based on your specific major and the efficiency of their programs. Deciding on a college that fits your learning style is important. Although the process may be difficult,...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing attitude. As you get older, you change your attitude toward different scenarios. The way you react, respond, and approach a problem, shows your attitude which can also change the outcome of a situation. Words are powerful, but what gives words that power are reactions. If someone says something about you and you ignore them, you're not giving away any power. No response equals no power. Well, that's all for now until next time....
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing Physical changes. As you get older you start contemplating changing your physical appearance such as getting a piercing or dying your hair. Wanting to change yourself, and I think that’s a part of growing, dying your hair a color or dressing a certain way you may cringe at in the future. Understanding what you were going through during that time and reflecting. Reflecting on your perception of the world during that time and how you spoke. Y...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing school preparation. Fortunately, it's that time of year, school time. It is when everyone gathers their school clothes, supplies, and hairstyles. This is my last year of high school, which I am excited and happy about, but also a bit nervous because once again it's my last year. But it is time for new beginnings and to cherish every last moment I'll have while in high school, but mainly this is when everyone sets their goals for the school year....
Hello Everyone! This week I will be discussing Learning new things. Recently, I've been to a camp and I've learned many things. The experience has been interesting. Trying things outside of your comfort zone may be nerve-wracking at first as it was for me, but once you break the ice you start feeling comfortable. If you stick to being in your comfortable ways, then how will you be able to make new experiences? I've been enjoying my time at camp and it has made me take deep consideration into my...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing growing up. I recently watched the movie "Inside Out 2". I distinctly remember watching the first one. The person who watched the first "Inside Out" is still there, but she's grown up, physically and mentally. She no longer plays with Barbies or begs to go to the toy aisle of a store instead she begs to go to the skin care aisle of the store and waits in anticipation as a new video game date is dropped—the same little girl who'd rush straight h...
By Keemi Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing Enjoying your own company part 2. Many people perceive being alone as enjoyable and not as a punishment. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be alone, many benefits of being alone are self-discovery, time to unwind, and the opportunity to try new things. Self- discovery, By finding out what you like or dislike, and truly getting to know yourself. Time to unwind, by being by yourself you don’t need to talk to anyone, hang out with any...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing Cleaning. Cleaning is one thing many people dread to do. By having your area clean it has a positive impact on your mental health. A clean environment helps with stress; when your space is dirty, it overwhelms you and is an additional thing to add to your to-do list. Cleaning also increases productivity, you're most likely to be productive in a clean space. Lastly, it Improves your mood, after a long day there's nothing better than to come home to...
Hello Everyone! Today I will be discussing Mental exhaustion. Mental exhaustion can come from many things such as work, school, and even your personal life. Since spring break has ended, that means teachers will be assigning more work which could lead to mental exhaustion. Ways you can help with mental exhaustion is, venting, telling someone how you feel and what's going on can help you feel better about my situation. Taking breaks can improve your performance in school which, prevents mental...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing self-interests. As you get older, you may want to branch out independently, and you may be scared of what people will say about you. Who cares? Who cares, about what someone will say about the way you dress, how you want to style your hair, and what music you listen to. You can't reach peak happiness when you're living your life to satisfy others. Don't let others dictate how you feel about things you enjoy, live your life the way you'd like. In...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing experiences. We experience new things all the time whether they are good or bad. I like to see experiences as lessons, they teach you many things. Such as how something makes you feel or how someone makes you feel. Also, what you'll do differently. There are so many things to be considered when thinking about experiences, but there's always something to learn from them. If the experience is bad, then learn from it and let it go. But, if the...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be sharing lessons I learned during my driver's ed experience. I recently took my driver's ed class, and it was quite interesting, so I will be sharing some valuable lessons I learned during that experience. Firstly, you should take driver's ed seriously because you could harm someone and yourself if you don't know the fundamentals of driving. Secondly, you should study the material, not overthink, and relax while taking the test. Finally, I learned that you...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing the fear of being mocked. When you want to pursue something and you think people will make fun of you and mock you, you're actually holding yourself back. Who cares what people think? If you're happy and you're comfortable with what you're doing, that's all that matters. If you're genuinely good at something and enjoy it, so you decide to pursue it, don't let anyone talk you out of it because those same people will be shocked by your success....
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing how to treat people. I've discussed this a bit but have yet to go in-depth, so here's how to treat people. 1. Be yourself; by being yourself, it puts in motion who likes you and who doesn't. 2. You don't have to always be liked, you don't have to always be liked by someone because not everyone is going to like you, and that's okay. You're not here for everyone to like you. 3. Be reassured in yourself. By doing so, you know your self-worth and how...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing Changing as a person. What I mean by changing as a person is, your interests change, how you speak, how you react to things, and even how you dress, you are changing as a person. This isn't a bad thing, this just means you like different things than what you used to, so here's some advice for you changing as a person or wanting to change. 1. Try different hobbies, trying different hobbies can help you decide what you want to add to your list of...
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing being a People pleaser. Many people are people pleasers, I'm even a people pleaser. Being a people pleaser is difficult because people take advantage of people pleasers because they know they can't say no, and you may feel guilty for setting boundaries, etc. So, here are some tips to help with being a people pleaser. 1. Say no, even though it may be challenging to say no, if it's something you don't want to do you're not obligated to say yes, so...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing State Testing. I start my state testing this upcoming week, but by the time this column is in the newspaper, I'll have already finished my state testing. State testing can be extremely stressful; it determines whether you pass or not, which adds more to the stress and is exhausting. I wrote a column about state testing almost a year ago, but if not, then a year ago. But, here are a few things to do during your week of testing, 1. Wear comfortable...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing Spring Break, spring break is approaching, and some of you may not have anything to do, so I am going to give you some things to do over your Spring Break. 1. Go on a picnic with friends, you can talk to your friends, eat delicious food, and enjoy the outdoors. 2. Start a new tv show, if you're into tv, starting a new show can give you something to look forward to during the break. 3. Movie night with friends, you all can pick a movie, bring...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing things being unfair. As you get older, you start to realize, wow, sometimes things aren't fair. Today I will be discussing how things are unfair in the academic world. 1. Someone gets a higher score than you, and you've done the work yourself. I've seen this happen many times, you do the work, spend your time on it, and someone gets a higher grade than you, and they didn't do even close to the amount of work you've done, but their grade is still...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing mid-terms. This is my first-time having mid-terms, so I'm pretty nervous, but I will be giving you all tips on how to prepare yourself for mid-terms. 1. Study, please study the material, so you'll do good on your midterms, you'll be better prepared, and you'll feel better prepared as well. 2. Get enough sleep, when you're sleepy it'll be difficult to take a test, so get enough sleep. 3. Eat breakfast, if you're one of those people who don't eat as...
Hello Everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing being yourself. As a teenager, growing up you want to fit in with the crowd and be like everyone else, so people will like you. My advice to you trying to fit in is just be yourself. I know it may be difficult, because you may think you'll lose your friends, and no one will like you, but people will appreciate you more if you're yourself. If you’re not yourself, how will you know who you truly are? By being yourself, you'll find more p...
Hello Everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing being yourself. As a teenager, growing up you want to fit in with the crowd and be like everyone else, so people will like you. My advice to you trying to fit in is just be yourself. I know it may be difficult, because you may think you'll lose your friends, and no one will like you, but people will appreciate you more if you're yourself. If you’re not yourself, how will you know who you truly are? By being yourself, you'll find more p...
Hello everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing Mental Health. This topic is being discussed since most schools in the area are out for spring break. Your mental health is very important, it affects how you think, feel, and act toward others. When your mental health suffers, it makes the easiest tasks harder. My advice to you all whose mental health has been suffering due to the stress of schoolwork is to take a break. To those whose spring break is this week, just let yourself rest. In...
Hello Everyone! This week I’m going to be discussing how to prepare yourself for a test. Last week I began LEAP testing and I was nervous about it, but I kept affirming myself that I'd be fine. So, I'm going to share a few tips on how to prepare for a test. 1. Study and be confident that you know the materials. 2. Don't overthink the test, because it's just a test. 3. Affirm yourself that you'll be alright.4. Relax and do your best. I wish everyone all the best on their tests! Well, that's a...
Hello everyone! This week I’m going to be discussing First Impressions. You never get a second chance to make a first impression”. I believe that statement to be true because the first impression is usually the lasting one. First Impressions can make or break you. For instance, if you are late or dressed inappropriately, then others may think you're not reliable. But, if you are early or on time, and dressed appropriately, then others will be more inclined to think you can be depended upon to...
Hello Everyone! This week, I’m going to be discussing insecurities. We all struggle with insecurities and we're all insecure about something dealing with our bodies. When you feel insecure it feels like there's always something one person has about their body that you don't have and it makes you feel like you're unattractive when in reality, you're body is unique we all have unique bodies. Our bodies are made to look different from anyone else's because we're supposed to look different than a...
Hello everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing being unmotivated. Like many of you, I am unmotivated sometimes, but you have to push yourself to get back to being productive again. Being unmotivated is normal. There are days when I'm exhausted and don't want to do anything, so I take a day or two for myself during the weekend. Then on Monday, I'm back to doing my schoolwork, and homework. But, on Monday it can be difficult to get back to being productive, so here's my advice to those who...
Hello everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing, being a perfectionist. I struggle with it, when you're a perfectionist you always want to be the best in everything, and if you're not the best then you feel bad about yourself. Now here's my advice to those who struggle with being a perfectionist like myself. It's ok to not always be the best, you're human you're not going to be the best at everything you're going to be bad at something and good at some things, so give yourself a break...
Hello Everyone! I want to discuss Academic Validation. Academic validation can be defined as putting your grades before your mental health. I, like many other concerned students, seek academic validation, and it can be quite draining at times. You're always hard on yourself no matter what, and if you don't get an “A”, then it feels like your world is coming to an end. With academic validation, you put your grades above your mental health. My advice to you all who seek academic validation is to...
