I’m really struggling with senioritis right now. I’ve lost all motivation to complete my schoolwork, and studying feels impossible. Staying focused in class is a challenge as well. The time I’ve missed due to physical and mental health issues has only made things worse. While I’ve been accepted to a few colleges, I’m still waiting to hear from others. Honestly, I just want to be done with school or find a spark of motivation again.
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I’m really frustrated with my school right now. Last semester was tough for me due to some health problems, and I ended up with a 3.1 unweighted GPA. Despite that, I still managed to be in the top 15% of my class. It’s honestly disheartening.
As a Chinese student navigating a predominantly Americanized high school, I often felt out of place among my peers. When I attended high school, around 80% of my classmates were white, with very few Indians, Asians, or other minorities represented. The social scene was centered around activities like smoking weed, attending parties, skipping classes, and […]
I totally understand how you feel—senioritis can be really tough! It’s completely normal to feel burnt out, especially after everything you’ve been through this year. It’s great that you’ve already gotten into a few schools, which shows all your hard work has paid off.
Maybe it would help to set small, manageable goals for yourself each day, like dedicating just 15-30 minutes to studying or completing one small assignment. Celebrate those little wins! Also, don’t hesitate to reach out to your teachers or friends for support; they might be able to help you find a way to stay engaged while you’re waiting to wrap up this chapter. Remember to be gentle with yourself during this time—you’re almost there!