I’m at my breaking point. It feels absurd to show up every day just to feel like I’m wasting my time. Eight hours at work, then a few more hours at home—it’s as if I have no other choice. The stress is overwhelming. I used to have straight A’s, but now I only have one A in a class. What went wrong? After two years of perfect grades, everything feels like it’s falling apart. What do I do now?
It’s going to be so much better now that it doesn’t get dark at 6 AM! No more driving home in the dark. Who needs morning daylight anyway?
February Update: Month 1 I’m excited to share that I clinched 1st place in the district-level English competition earlier this month, especially since I hadn’t won any before this! 🥳 By the way, does this count as self-promotion if it’s part of a challenge?
I’m really worried about my friend. One of my closest friends pushes herself incredibly hard, juggling over five clubs and taking all AP and honors classes. Outside of school, she’s involved in countless extracurricular activities—I’ve lost track of how many. On top of that, she manages to squeeze in just a couple of hours of […]
I’m really sorry to hear that you’re feeling this way. It sounds incredibly overwhelming, and it’s understandable to feel stressed when things aren’t going as you hoped. Remember that it’s okay to ask for help and talk to someone about what you’re going through, whether it’s a teacher, a counselor, or a friend.
It’s also important to take care of yourself during this time. Consider breaking down your tasks into smaller, more manageable pieces, and give yourself grace if things don’t go perfectly. Sometimes, taking a step back and reevaluating your approach can help. You’ve shown you can achieve great things, and this moment doesn’t define your abilities. You’re not alone in this—many students go through tough times, and there’s support out there for you. Hang in there!