Thank You, Next 2018

2018 was a bit rough for me. Starting freshman year with way too much drama was not ideal, but I still managed to handle all of it. I have started to realize who my true friends really are and to avoid people who simply make me unhappy. I hang out with a different group of girls than I did in middle school. These girls make me laugh every day during lunch and care about me. I still have an old friend from middle school, and she continues to love and support me in life's challenges every day. We make each other happy and that's really all that matters. I am forever grateful for her.  There is a new song by Ariana Grande that just came out called, Thank U, Next. Not only is this song really catchy, but it also describes my 2018. There were plenty of unhappy moments last year, but we can move on.

Not only were there bad moments in 2018, but there were also plenty of great memories. I went to Universal Studios with my family. I also got to host my first Sports Weekend which was a blast! I had my class trip to Washington D.C. which was so cool because it felt like my entire grade was on vacation together! Camp was amazing as usual, and I loved being an oldest teen girl and hanging out with other Armenians. I made JV Soccer this year and got to play against some of my club soccer friends. There is also another person I got closer to last year who I didn't mention at the beginning. He is super sweet and always seems to put a smile on my face no matter how I'm feeling. We need more loving people like him in this world.

2019 I wanted to start the year off happy. I saw this thing on Pinterest (yes I am one of those girls) and was inspired to try it. Every day you put something that made you happy into a jar or box. Then at the end of the year, you go through them and see what a wonderful and happy year you had. This helps me a lot because I get to go to bed thinking about something happy. Please let me know if you end up doing this because I think that it's a cute idea to do!

Overcoming the Obstacles of Life

Getting over someone or something is a very difficult thing to do sometimes. I have realized that it is apart of your life journey. It is difficult to depart from a friend or beloved item. That is what I have learned from my high school journey so far. Leaving some of my middle school friends has been very hard for me, some harder than others, but I know it was for the right cause.  

Life is tough. Every day there are new challenges that one must overcome. It might be rushing to finish an assignment you didn't think was due or dealing with friend drama, or simply just finding time for doing the things you love. With all of these after-school activities and homework, it can be hard to find time to read a book, go outside, etc.

This year I made a pact to myself to do at least one thing that isn't school related before I go to sleep to help relieve stress. This could be something as simple as organizing a drawer, reading a chapter in a book, praying to God, or even just picking up the stuff on my bedroom floor. So far, it has worked pretty well. I like thinking, "You accomplished something today" and has been promoting a kinder mindset in general. I highly recommend doing this if you ever feel anxious about anything.

This past few weeks have been more stressful than I anticipated. It felt like I got handed a HUGE pile of laundry to sort through all at once. The high school has been more manageable for me since then, and I am very grateful for that.

The challenges of your everyday life may seem tough at the time, but it is nothing you can't handle. Just take a deep breath and break down your problem. I believe in you.

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School!

Hello! With school and college beginning, I just want you to exhale all of the nervousness and inhale some confidence. I am going into 9th grade this year and to be honest, I am a bit nervous. But with the guidance from God and my friends, I am sure that my transition to high school will be easier. School can be scary, but if you think about it, it isn't that bad. find the root of whatever it is you are most worried about and find a solution you think is most fitting. Good luck and I am sure you will do great!

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