Hello, sweetheart! I'm a heart coach.
You can feel it. After entering high school, you've encountered all kinds of mishaps. You've fallen from the pedestal of being a recognized "good student" in junior high school, and you feel a great sense of disparity. This makes you feel very embarrassed. You're annoyed, you blame yourself, and you're annoyed by the ridicule of your classmates. You even don't want to go to school anymore.
I'm here for you, my friend. I know you care a lot about your appearance, especially how you look in the eyes of others. It's natural to care about the comments from your classmates and friends. When you get positive appreciation and encouragement, it fills you with confidence and strength. But when you get negative comments, it can also affect your sense of worth.
Let's chat about this together, shall we?
1. It's totally normal to feel a bit lost when you move from junior high to high school. It's a big change! It's important to give yourself time to adjust and find your own way.
I can see that you were recognized as a good student in junior high school, especially in English. Everyone had high expectations of you, and your teachers liked to ask you questions. This all shows that you are a studious and high-achieving student, which I think is great!
What you see here is your confidence, but after entering high school, things have gone wrong again and again. I know it can be tough, but you've got this! The words "every time," "all the time," and "always" have implanted a limiting belief in you: "I know I'm capable," but "why is bad luck always on my side?"
It's totally normal to worry about things when you're starting high school. It's a big change and it's natural to have some concerns. But it's important to remember that your brain is wired to find evidence to prove you're unlucky. This is called Murphy's Law. It basically means that the more you worry about something, the more likely it is to happen. So, try not to think about that white elephant!
I just want to check in with you for a second. Is it really a white elephant in your mind?
The transition from junior high school to high school is a big one, and it requires a lot of adjustments and changes in mentality and learning methods. It's totally normal to need some time to adjust to the new environment and to find new ways of learning that work for you.
I'm sure you'll find this semester a great opportunity to look back on your experiences and feelings and do some good summing up and reflection.
It's amazing what you can achieve when you turn passivity into initiative, problems into resources, and remember that it's never too late to make a change. Don't let the past hold you back, take responsibility for your actions, and things will naturally improve.
?2. Why do you care so much about what others think and say? It's because you care about yourself and your worth.
I can't "prove" myself, and that's okay! When we're confident in our own value, there's no need to "prove" it. It's like a rich person who doesn't need to prove they're rich. At the same time, life is ours, and there's no need to prove it to others.
It's totally normal to feel embarrassed when you can't answer a question. Studying is a great thing to do, and learning new things is really fun! But when your classmates tease you about it, it can be pretty frustrating. It's natural to care what others think of you, but try not to let it get to you.
Let's take a look at the two levels of self-confidence. One comes from the outside, like affirmation, praise, and recognition from others. These can really enhance our sense of worth and thus our self-confidence! But these external factors are beyond our control. When we hand over the choice of our lives to the hands of others, we can end up feeling pretty desperate.
Another great way to build self-confidence is to have confidence in yourself as a person. You don't have to prove anything to anyone because you already know your worth. Your sense of worth is just your own personal opinion of yourself, and it's not affected by what others think.
It's so easy to lose sight of our own value when we're not sure of ourselves. We can end up living in the eyes of others and letting others' opinions define us.
The monitor's response was simply, "My heart suddenly became balanced." Sometimes it's really nice to have a little A-Q mental victory in life. It's a great way to free yourself from the pressure of thinking and go into battle lightly.
The three years of high school will soon be over. It's a big moment! Have you been studying to prove to others that you are strong, or have you been fighting for your ideals and goals?
Self-exploration and self-growth is a process, and with the help of this life experience that has lasted almost a semester, you will gain new insights. I wish you all the best and lots of happiness!
I really hope this is helpful for you. I love you so much, and so does the world. ?
If you'd like to keep chatting, just click "Find a coach" in the top right corner or at the bottom. I'd love to keep talking and growing with you one-on-one!
Comments
I understand how you feel, and it's really tough when things don't go as expected. Everyone has rough patches, but remember that your worth isn't defined by a single test or moment. Mistakes are part of learning, and this phase will pass with time and effort. Try to focus on what you can control, like studying more effectively or talking to your teacher for help. You've been through a lot, but don't let these moments define you.
It sounds like you're putting a lot of pressure on yourself, and that can be overwhelming. It's okay to not have everything figured out right away. High school is a new chapter, and everyone adjusts at their own pace. Maybe reaching out to friends or family for support could help lift some weight off your shoulders. Also, consider speaking with a counselor; they can offer strategies to handle the stress and criticism. Remember, it's important to be kind to yourself during challenging times.
Feeling like you're constantly making mistakes in front of peers can be incredibly discouraging. But setbacks happen to everyone, even those who seem to have it all together. Your journey in high school is just beginning, and there will be plenty of opportunities to show your true potential. Focus on building resilience and improving gradually. Surround yourself with positive influences, and don't hesitate to seek guidance from teachers or mentors. Believe in yourself and your capacity to overcome this period.