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Anxiety feels like being on edge all the time. I used to brush it off as stress, but the physical symptoms like tension in my shoulders made me take it more seriously.
Therapy has given me the tools to face my insecurities. I still have days where it’s hard, but I’ve come a long way, and I’m proud of my progress.
I always try to attend school events, like dances or sports games. They create a relaxed atmosphere where it’s easy to strike up conversations with others.
I believe a healthy friendship involves constructive criticism. If my friend sees me doing something that’s not good for me, I trust they’ll tell me out of care, and I’d do the same for them.
I had a friendship that became one-sided. I was always there for them, but they never supported me. Once I realized this, I knew I deserved better and decided to let that friendship go.
I set boundaries by being clear with my friends about what I’m comfortable with. It helps me stay true to myself and shows my friends that I value honesty.
I keep my priorities straight by making a list of tasks I need to complete. Once I finish my schoolwork, I feel less guilty about taking time to hang out with friends.
Body image issues are something I deal with too. I found that limiting social media and the accounts I follow has helped me feel less pressured to look a certain way.
I often feel pressured by social media to look a certain way. I’ve started practicing gratitude and listing things I love about myself. It sounds cheesy, but it works. I’m learning to love myself just the way I am.
Sometimes friendship conflicts happen because of misunderstandings. I’ve learned not to overreact and instead try to clarify the situation first. In school, little things can easily be blown out of proportion, but staying calm and communicating clearly makes a big difference.
I used to doubt myself a lot, especially when I compared myself to others. But I’ve learned that confidence comes from owning who you are, flaws and all. I started focusing on my strengths and stopped worrying so much about fitting in.
One thing that worked for me is to keep my resume to one page. Employers appreciate a concise and focused resume. In my cover letter, I focus on my most relevant experience and how it’s prepared me for the position I’m applying for.
Graphic design has always been my thing, so I started offering my services for logos and posters when I was 17. At first, it was just small projects, but now I’ve built up a portfolio and get clients from different places. It’s been a great way to turn my passion into a real business.
The fear of missing out hits me hard when I see friends hanging out without me, even though I know they probably didn’t mean to exclude me. It’s tough to not take it personally. How do you handle feeling left out when you see it online?
I struggle with self-doubt every time I have to speak in front of a group. I worry about what people will think of me. But I’ve started focusing on what I want to say, rather than how I’ll be perceived. How do you handle the fear of being judged by others?
