Feeling burnt out
As I approach the end of junior year, the grind is really taking its toll on me. Honestly, all I do is stress about my grades and college applications, and right now, all I want is to take an endless break. I’m completely worn out and feel like I’m on the verge of collapse. Whoever claimed that these are the best years of my life clearly wasn’t being honest because this situation is just too much.
Summer Program Dilemma I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed and frustrated with my summer program situation, mostly due to my own planning mistakes. I applied to two summer programs (let’s call them A and B). Program A is the more prestigious option, which is why I initially planned to attend it if accepted, with B as […]
Should I take orchestra in my senior year of high school? I know this might seem like a silly question, but I’m going to ask it anyway. Just so you know, I’m coming from a place of struggling with my mental health. I’ve been in orchestra for the past two years (sophomore and junior year) […]
What in the world?! I shared one of my passion projects with my new English teacher, and the response I got back was just… bizarre?? It feels so robotic, like something an AI would generate. Please tell me I’m not imagining this—she definitely doesn’t write like that. Honestly, her assignments and grading seem just as […]
I totally feel you! It’s so normal to feel overwhelmed, especially during junior year when everything seems to pile up. The pressure to maintain good grades and prepare for college can be really intense. Remember to take breaks and do something that makes you happy, even if it’s just for a little while. You don’t have to go through this alone; talking to friends or family about how you’re feeling can be really helpful. And hey, it’s okay to prioritize your mental health over grades sometimes. You’ve got this, and there’s a light at the end of the tunnel! 🌟