Encouragement thread.
Jun 10, 2012 13:54:45 GMT -7
Post by Marii K. Kazeraikou on Jun 10, 2012 13:54:45 GMT -7
Stupid title, I know. But let me explain.
I was a bit on the low side earlier this year and coming here helped me out. So I thought perhaps we could make a thread with encouragement/cheering posts or advice about different topics. Posts that boosts your mood (i.e. funny clips or motivational articles/songs) are good too. The things you're giving advice in should preferably things you can relate to. If you've lost 80 Ibs. for instance, you can give advice to people who're trying to lose weight.
This thread IS NOT for posting things like 'college s**ks' or things like that. If you don't have anything nice to say, please refrain from posting it here.
Inspirational song: Cheesy, but I love it.
For those in college/university/grad school/going to attend university or college:
- People with degrees has a better chance of getting a job than others. I'm fully aware of that there are hard times, but it's true.
- You get a fresh start (unless the university/college is in you hometown), meet new people and join new activities. If you're attending a school with international connections, chances are large that you'll meet people from other countries.
- According to the articles underneath, people with college or university degrees have better health. I'm not saying that not having a college or university degree will kill you.
* Article 1.
* Article 2.
* Article 3.
- I KNOW assignments and exams are tough work...I've been an undergraduate myself. But when you get your diploma, it's SO worth it.
For those who're being bullied in elementary/junior high/senior high school:
- Remember that you're not alone. There are (unfortunately) many people being bullied all over the planet. And this is just not a child/teenager problem; many adults are being bullied on a daily basis.
- If you have friends, stick with them. Many of my former bullies would not dare to bother me if I was hanging out with my friend (strenght in numbers). And true friends are worth their weight in gold if you're bullied.
- This may seem stupid, but talk to an adult that you trust. It does not have to be your parents; teachers, parents of friends, the school nurse or even your soccer trainer. And this is NOT snitching/tattling or whatever you call it. People have NO RIGHT to treat you wrong! You have a voice and DON'T be afraid to use it.
- Bullying can actually be illegal depending on where you live. So save up e-mails, text messages and things like that if you can.
- Stick up for your friends if they're being bullied. Try to defend them, especially if what the bullies are accusing your friends of is true. Indifference is JUST AS BAD as bullying is!
For those who are not a part of the 'cool' group/being teased about not being 'cool enough':
- People who are 'cool' in elementary/junior high school may not be 'cool' ten years on. I'm not saying this applies to everyone; I know many popular people who're doing well too. One of the guys who were particularly mean to me and my friends have been in lots of trouble (not going to say what kind of trouble since I'm not sure that all of it is 100% true). And one of the 'cool girls' in my elementary school class dropped out of high school after less than a year. How cool is that huh (<- sarcasm)?
- You have probably seen movies where the 'nerds' in high school are super successfull ten years later. All though it's not all true, I know that a good number of those who were 'ugly nerds' in elementary/junior high/senior high are doing well now. For instance, one of my former classmates who loved science is now taking a degree in engineering. Plus that one of my 'shy, mousy' classmates is now a lot more social and prettier.
- Befriend people you can relate to in a certain way (i.e. you're both big fans of Tom & Jerry or love to play ice hockey). It sounds cheesy, but these friends will last for a life time. I'm fortunate enough to have a number of female friends who've been my friends for 12-17 years. And I'm 23 1/2 at the moment, so that should be saying something.
Since I'm a former undergraduate, was not a part of the 'cool clique' in elementary/junior high/senior high plus a former bully victim, I feel confident enough to give advice in these areas. I did NOT make this post to bully people (i.e. those without a degree or those who were a part of the 'cool clique').
I was a bit on the low side earlier this year and coming here helped me out. So I thought perhaps we could make a thread with encouragement/cheering posts or advice about different topics. Posts that boosts your mood (i.e. funny clips or motivational articles/songs) are good too. The things you're giving advice in should preferably things you can relate to. If you've lost 80 Ibs. for instance, you can give advice to people who're trying to lose weight.
This thread IS NOT for posting things like 'college s**ks' or things like that. If you don't have anything nice to say, please refrain from posting it here.
Inspirational song: Cheesy, but I love it.
For those in college/university/grad school/going to attend university or college:
- People with degrees has a better chance of getting a job than others. I'm fully aware of that there are hard times, but it's true.
- You get a fresh start (unless the university/college is in you hometown), meet new people and join new activities. If you're attending a school with international connections, chances are large that you'll meet people from other countries.
- According to the articles underneath, people with college or university degrees have better health. I'm not saying that not having a college or university degree will kill you.
* Article 1.
* Article 2.
* Article 3.
- I KNOW assignments and exams are tough work...I've been an undergraduate myself. But when you get your diploma, it's SO worth it.
For those who're being bullied in elementary/junior high/senior high school:
- Remember that you're not alone. There are (unfortunately) many people being bullied all over the planet. And this is just not a child/teenager problem; many adults are being bullied on a daily basis.
- If you have friends, stick with them. Many of my former bullies would not dare to bother me if I was hanging out with my friend (strenght in numbers). And true friends are worth their weight in gold if you're bullied.
- This may seem stupid, but talk to an adult that you trust. It does not have to be your parents; teachers, parents of friends, the school nurse or even your soccer trainer. And this is NOT snitching/tattling or whatever you call it. People have NO RIGHT to treat you wrong! You have a voice and DON'T be afraid to use it.
- Bullying can actually be illegal depending on where you live. So save up e-mails, text messages and things like that if you can.
- Stick up for your friends if they're being bullied. Try to defend them, especially if what the bullies are accusing your friends of is true. Indifference is JUST AS BAD as bullying is!
For those who are not a part of the 'cool' group/being teased about not being 'cool enough':
- People who are 'cool' in elementary/junior high school may not be 'cool' ten years on. I'm not saying this applies to everyone; I know many popular people who're doing well too. One of the guys who were particularly mean to me and my friends have been in lots of trouble (not going to say what kind of trouble since I'm not sure that all of it is 100% true). And one of the 'cool girls' in my elementary school class dropped out of high school after less than a year. How cool is that huh (<- sarcasm)?
- You have probably seen movies where the 'nerds' in high school are super successfull ten years later. All though it's not all true, I know that a good number of those who were 'ugly nerds' in elementary/junior high/senior high are doing well now. For instance, one of my former classmates who loved science is now taking a degree in engineering. Plus that one of my 'shy, mousy' classmates is now a lot more social and prettier.
- Befriend people you can relate to in a certain way (i.e. you're both big fans of Tom & Jerry or love to play ice hockey). It sounds cheesy, but these friends will last for a life time. I'm fortunate enough to have a number of female friends who've been my friends for 12-17 years. And I'm 23 1/2 at the moment, so that should be saying something.
Since I'm a former undergraduate, was not a part of the 'cool clique' in elementary/junior high/senior high plus a former bully victim, I feel confident enough to give advice in these areas. I did NOT make this post to bully people (i.e. those without a degree or those who were a part of the 'cool clique').
