Think Positive

I think this is such a great reminder to always stay positive.  I know it can be hard, especially when everyone is so focused on doing what they want; and if people get in your way, it's always their fault. Right? Well, not exactly.  

From reading Romeo and Juliet this year in school, I've learned that people really love blaming others for their own mistakes, mainly fate. It amuses us, as the readers, that the characters would cause a problem and then blame luck for the consequences.  But are we really so different? Don't we all hate being blamed? And putting the blame on ourselves is even harder to do.  

I want you to think about how you act in tough situations. Do you accept what happens and move on? Or do you get frustrated and hold on to that feeling for the rest of the day? I think that the best answer is to think of what good things could happen, and not what bad things might happen.  

Annika

Simple Acts Of Kindness

    Sometimes we may over think simple acts of kindness, but really they are easier than you think. That's probably why they they have the word simple in the title. Sometimes they can be so simple that you don't even realize that you are showing an act of kindness to someone, because they may just seem like common sense. You'd be surprised how simple some of these acts really are. For example, showing kindness can be as simple as remembering someone's name. This may be hard to believe, but it's true. Some people can be so happy that you valued them enough to remember their name. So try to remember the names of the people you meet , because you just never know it could quite possibly make their day.

Francesca

Self Esteem pt. 2

     One key thing to achieve self esteem is to not let what others say or do affect you. If anyone ever says something that breaks down your self esteem or confidence one thing you can do is to stop being around that person. Something to keep in mind is to never try and damage that person's self esteem back. This can change your personality and you could start putting others down which hurts others and yourself.
     I know it can be hard to make yourself feel better when people say certain things. But, when this happens you should get a piece of paper and write down three things that you like about yourself or you are proud of. This could be anything from good grades to sports you do. This can really help to mend your self esteem if it ever falters.
      Always remember that you are wonderful (:
          -Julia <3