about limitations.

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| We often hear this, "don't settle for

what's average." But isn't it hard to

getaway with what's common? As

students, influence is always around

us. Therefore causing different beliefs

and opinions to exist. And when these

two contrast each other, conflicts might arise.

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Let's say the main reasons are sorted out into two categories. The common beliefs and the truth.

┆1. It's impossible to get straight A's.

┆2. If the other students failed, you will fail too.

┆3. All the informations are in the context book.

┆4. Study, study, study.

┆5. You're only free once you finish your studies.

┆1. If you think it's impossible to get straight A's then how did the other students manage to get those? And in today's world, students are actually willing to share their tips and their experiences about it. Try committing to at least one tip you've learned and actually do it. I tried doing this myself and I've seen how much I've improved. For the whole school year, I told myself to give my 99% effort if not 100. And I'm satisfied with the results because I know I did what I can. What's one commitment you'd like to stick with? (Write it down and let us know!)

┆2. I guarantee you that this is not true all the time. We all have different learning styles. And this belief can be a bad influence to those who will let the saying control how well they will perform tasks. Just because you heard most of the people say it doesn't necessarily mean it's 100% true. how myths are created and ed through generations? Some people added twists to the story and even changed some context. The same idea is applied to this saying.

Back then, I belittled myself, thinking that it's impossible for me to get high honors at least once in my lifetime. I'd laugh just by thinking about it. But because I want to see how far I could go, I changed my bad study habits and applied healthy study routines. I tried hard to stay consistent and positive. Eventually, I made it and was recognized by the students I don't even know of. So believing that you have no hopes of ing is a load of bs. If you want to , you need to remind yourself that you've got everything you need, growth mindset and faith in yourself!

┆3. I used to think that the book has it all until I reached high school. There are many references that the subject teachers use to expand our knowledge about the topic. The internet is constantly progressing. And there are also free apps that you could use to help you with your studies. Just know that the informations are not limited to what's in your textbooks. Use all the available resources!

┆4. You are studying to live, not to d¡3 because of overwork and stress. Take breaks and don't feel guilty for doing the things that entertain you.

┆5. Think about it this way. Inside the school building, you may think that all we do is study until the bell signals us to stop. And that's why recesses and lunch breaks are part of the schedule to remind us that we should learn how to balance our time and what we do with it. And just like our everyday lives, it's continuous. People get on what they are normally doing while also setting personal goals for themselves. Whether you're a graduate or a student, please try to do one thing you enjoy everyday. It's the little things that may give you happiness and contentment. Don't always wait for the future, instead appreciate the present because both of those will eventually become your past.