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Stress
I feel like my stress level is sky rocketing. I'm 16 years old, and a sophomore at a private highschool. I just feel like I cant take a breath any more. My grades are slipping (i get like b's and i have 1 C and 1 A) I worry constantly about getting into College (because i dont really have anything that sets me apart from others...i'm not athletic or good at anything)
Also, i just feel constant pressure for things like drinking and drugs. I drink a little, but i dont smoke or do drugs, and i feel like that makes me strange. Also, i dont have a boyfriend, which just stresses me out more, because i feel like i'm supposed to have one.
I just need something to relieve my stress. I have finals coming up soon, and i have to study, which means even more stress.
I just feel like my life revolves around stress now.
Please help me!!!
Thanks.
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I know exactly how you feel! It's not easy dealing with the pressure of school. On top of that, these days there are a number of social pressures. I'm now 22, but can remember being 16-- and I felt the exact same way. Everyone goes through this.
First off, as far as your school work goes, all you can do is try your best. Don't beat yourself up over trying to stand out. Try your hardest to keep your grades up..you can go to a tutoring center ( a lot of schools have them for free), or just spend more time on the subjects you feel need more improvement. And I know that everyone's trying to get into a good college- there's always something you can do to get involved..not just sports. I wasn't involved in sports either. You could try joining a school club, or volunteering in the community ( there are tons of opportunities). I know it's competitive, but try doing something you really enjoy.
Oh, and as for the social pressures: drinking, dating, and drugs.I know you're a smart girl--otherwise you wouldn't even be questioning this. Just follow this simple rule: Don't ever do anything you don't feel comfortable doing. Period. I know that lots of kids go around doing these things..but guess what? Most people only do this to act cool. Drugs are not cool. You don't need to drink to have fun, but if you're going to, know your tolerance and don't go past it. Don't overdo it just cause everyone seems to be.
Oh, the whole boyfriend thing. It's okay not to have a boyfriend. You're still young.. I know that things always happen when you least expect it. No body is supposed to have something, or do something... if you do, you do. It sounds like you're being too hard on yourself. Just focus on your school, friends and family. All the other things really don't matter in the long run.
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