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3 Celebrations
1)I have gained more confidence in who I am and the ability to speak up.
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(Link to my Personal Journey) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UYHzl6nIIYSd0dFpc5cMmsRE4wD9oWMyaGPKUshstys/edit
Before this semester, there was no way I would have EVER spoken up about my life. I used to be a girl with no self love, no confidence, always alone, scared, and living in a constant state of anxiety and depression. I never thought peace would find me, but it did. Peace found me on the school camping trip back in September. On that trip, I had many realizations and breakthroughs. I realized I needed to love myself in order to keep going, and the amazing friends I became close to helped me. They treated me with love, compassion, and they cared. At the end of the semester, we were required to write our own personal journey that was based off of the Hero’s Journey. That paper opened up my eyes to what my life really looks like, and how it can be. There were many other papers that changed me, including simple things like annotations. Those papers made me realize my beliefs and how my brain perceives certain things.
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2) The amazing friends I gained that helped me to better myself, and be the confident person I am today.
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Each and every friend has affected me in a way. These are a few of those wonderful humans.
Robbie taught me how to laugh, he showed me kindness. He has always been there for me, and always cares. Even if it’s something small or stupid. He gives wonderful hugs too. It’s easy to say, he’s my best friend.
Ori showed me how to love again, even after all of the trauma and heartbreak in my life. He gives me confidence in the smallest ways. “You look beautiful” is one, but the simple “I believe in you”, and “I love you” are my favorites. They make me feel loved, appreciated, and happy. I couldn’t be more grateful for him.
Colin makes me laugh. His humor is so unique and wonderful. Like Robbie, he is kind. He’s always up for a hug too and usually, that’s just what I need.
Susan is the most kind person I have ever met. She tells me everyday that I’m wonderful, she hugs me at least 10 times a day, she kisses my head, and she is so trustworthy and loyal. She writes me letters about how much she loves me and that she wants the best for me. It was when I was with her and Raimy on my birthday, looking at the stars, that I made a few life realizations. That night holds the most personal thoughts.
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3) The music that I have made, all of the things I’ve learned, and the opportunities I had.
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(The evidence I have provided for this, is some pictures of my friend Anika and I at the recording studio, pictures of me throughout the years playing instruments, and some papers I have written about my personal song, and what I see myself becoming as a musical artist.)
Music has always been my go to thing when I’m alone, depressed, angry, and even happy! Whether it’s making music, or listening to it, it’s always there. Music comes in all forms, so even if you don’t have an instrument, or something to listen to music on, you will be okay. Listen to the music of the world. Every footstep makes a beat, every breeze makes a song, every voice makes a chorus. Even the sounds of your own breathing are music to anyone. Has anyone ever told you that when you speak, it’s like music to their ears? Well, they meant it. Because music is such an important piece if my life, I want to be a part of it.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-mA5KOwHErd2MbPiNUdxOd7TJhkbWpEuQ74aRLqkfKI/edit
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XBvKSo6I4S_4Tp16JnXGpwnHNdPukElXH_0rwFI7Qhw/edit
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2 Growths
4) My grades need to grow so that I am able to go to my dream schools (Harvard/UCLA)
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The evidence I have provided are some papers I have failed vs the ones I have passed. I also have some that I would like ALL of my grades to look like (95-100+)
I’m a known procrastinator and I don’t understand a lot. But, I’m also too afraid to ask for help. This year, I have asked for help, but I may need a little more than that. After this semester, I’m going to start going in as much as I can for help and tutoring. My main problem is math, so I’m going to focus more, do any possible extra credit, and go in at least once a week for a reflection and small tutoring. If I want to attend A/A+ schools, I need to up my grades by A LOT. College is something that’s very important to me, and if I want to make this happen, the least I can do is try.
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5) I would like to grow as a person/a whole, and be the best version of myself I can be.
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The evidence for this one, is a letter I wrote to myself about who I WAS, a letter about who I AM.
Kind of like what I said about #1, I wasn’t a confident person. About a year ago, I was depressed as can be. A few months ago, I tried to take my life. These past couple years has been nothing but sad and lonely. Ever since September, I’ve been okay. A few episodes here and there, but I’m okay. I’m happy, I have wonderful friends, and I’m beginning to see my purpose in life. Heck, I even beat my anorexia. My goal weight was 100, now I’m passed that at a 110. Someday, I hope to be the happiest person alive. Free from my past, and no more episodes. I’m getting there slowly, and I’m over a month clean! Now, I will strive for 2 months, then 3, then 4, and so forth. When I hit a year, I’ll celebrate.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17bXVXhSSQMKzA_qVkZRcLcExgeJAo7hB_Sc7IIFnuU0/edit
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r51wo1ElsknqTPEF7q6FlQOb259drHlhjltD1NoNfg0/edit
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1 Question
Q- How could EVERYTHING that I’ve learned about myself, and everything I’ve learned in school, effect and aid me in the future?
Well, everything I’ve learned about myself, could help me learn even more. It could help me become the happy, successful, and stable person I aspire to be. Everything I’ve learned in school, can help me with all of the important knowledge in life. Everything I learned in Humanities will help me the most. That helped me become who I am. My hero’s journey isn’t over, it’s only the beginning. Physics and math will help me with the basic knowledge you require in life, like solving and calculating. Spanish will help me get a good job, and I can finally talk to all of my latino friends!