Rumaisa Kashif| VII A
‘School is a messy, beautiful journey. Find the sunshine, even in the storms, and you’ll thrive!’
Okay,let’s be honest.Middle school feels like a place where everybody else has got the instruction manual, and you are just trying to fi gure out which button to press to get the lights on. I remember my fi rst day, feeling like I wandered into a movie set where I didn’t know the script. Sound familiar?
Seriously, it’s okay to feel lost because transitioning from primary school to middle school is a huge jump ,but through this ultimate survival guide, you will be able to navigate this crazy, awesome chapter of life.
First, let’s master the “
Next, embrace the “Hobby Hopping” phase. You might feel like you’re going to embarrass yourself. But here’s the thing: everyone else is probably feeling the same way. So, just go for it. Join that club, try out for that sport. You might discover a hidden talent, or at least have a funny story to tell.I remember about always joining the orators club , thinking other clubs were not my cup of tea , but when I tried out for drama club. I discovered a secret talent of acting inside of me!
Connection Catalyst” technique. You know how everyone says “just be yourself?” Easier said than done, right? What I’ve learned is, focus on being genuinely interested in other people. Forget trying to impress anyone, just listen and connect. It’s like, instead of trying to be the coolest person in the room, be the person who makes everyone else feel cool. I remember transitioning from the ‘new kid’ to the ‘one with the largest friend group’’ just by giving value to others and listening.
Now, let’s get to the real reason you are in school,schoolwork: it’s not about being perfect, it’s about you. Ask for help – teachers and classmates are your allies. Break big tasks into
small wins. The “Reverse Engineering” method is your ultimate cheat code.Instead of passively reading textbooks, fi nd old tests or practice quizzes. Then, focus your study efforts on the material that directly relates to those questions.And chill! Your brain needs breaks. Pro tip: schedules are life-savers. Seriously, knowing your day stops panic and boosts focus. Trust me, schedules make surviving (and thriving) possible.
Finally, attempt the “Kindness Boost”. Seriously, it makes a huge difference. Not just for other people, but for you too. A smile, a compliment, a helping hand – it all adds up
Middle school is not a script written for you; it’s a blank canvas waiting for your unique strokes. Armed with these strategies, you’re not just surviving; you’re becoming the architect of your own experience. But here’s the question that will linger long after the final bell rings: when you look back on these years, will you see a story of conformity, or a testament to your own resilience and creativity? So dare to shape your middle school journey into a masterpiece.