Asking for a Friend (Deanda)

10/23/2024

Time is of the essence and I have no essence. Anyone have some to spare? We all spread ourselves thin, time and time again. Guilty, here, it's me! It could be with school, work, family, or just plain ol life. There are some things that we just can’t manage well timewise, it doesn’t mean we haven’t been actively trying, it just means time slips right out from under us. It can leave us pretty disheveled and burnout. It's that overwhelming desire to keep pushing, but sometimes saying no to get a break, isn’t that bad of an idea. So, when we do get a break, what's your schtick? During these hard times, what’s your go to, to feel good, what is your ‘Pick Me Up’? Mine is something a little more relaxed but I love to watch funny videos on Youtube or AFV.

If you’ve been struggling with something lately, and you feel comfortable sharing, drop a comment. As classmates, I ask you all to be kind and respectful to each of these comments. We are all vulnerable people, we can all learn something out of every situation.

I know we struggle, there are many different things each of us go through on a daily basis. Here is a link that I thought could get you out of a slump, the best way you can, through laughter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_RxSwVb1wQ
Things like this always reboot my system.

26 Comments

Mariah

10/24/2024 02:49:09 pm

At times like these, when I'm feeling burnt out or maybe not feeling very great about myself, I like to hang out with my closest friends because they always make me life and I quickly forget about all the stress, negative thoughts, or any non-positive feelings. Other than that, I like to watch my favorite shows such as How I Met Your Mother or The Voice. I like The Voice because they are always very positive on that show and I like getting lost in other people's journeys in pursuing their dreams.

Emylee Perkins

10/24/2024 03:55:09 pm

I completely agree that it is an amazing experience to hang out with those you love because aside from having fun, I also feel like it can take your attention off yourself for a bit. To have a good group of friends that enjoys hanging out with you can remedy some of the feelings of judgment toward yourself too. I like it when we are all laughing and doing an activity that is exciting and engaging for everyone involved.

Kennedi

10/27/2024 04:59:26 pm

Watching shows is a great way to take a break. I know that some people think that it can be a waste of time, but it helps you escape your own world just for a little bit.

Abbigail Williams

10/27/2024 06:55:09 pm

Mariah, I totally agree with you because I tend to do the same thing. Having people who care and support you is a big boost in difficult times and being able to be around them is super important. I also like just being able to sit back a relax. So watching your favorite show is a great way to relax.

Emylee Perkins

10/24/2024 03:52:08 pm

Since we've all been encouraged to share something we've been struggling with lately, I will go ahead. I don't know how great to share on a discussion board this topic is, but I thought there might be someone who can relate. It is so stressful to apply for college and financial aid. It takes time and effort to collect teacher recommendations, write meaningful essays, and build a convincing argument for why your dream college should accept you. I do not know exactly what I want to be after high school, and it's hard to think that I want to spend time and have as much fun with everyone that I can but also balance the workload and plan for the future. Another thing is relationships, and seeing everyone around you getting into happy ones and having fun at dances can obviously make a person feel very sad and lonely. I guess high school hasn't really been what I wanted it to be, although there have been some amazing moments and I am of course grateful for everything I have been blessed to participate in and the people who love me. When I get really down, I try to remedy loneliness with even more alone time. I don't know how exactly that thinking lines up, but I indulge in as many philosophical books and Wes Anderson movies as possible. I listen to music that reminds me of the good parts of Seattle and sometimes draw portraits of people, and I like to design videos. Other than that, I might practice the sports I like at home.

Kennedi

10/27/2024 05:01:50 pm

I absolutely admire you for already getting into the process of applying for colleges and scholarships. I haven’t yet started because of being to scared, not knowing what to expect. It’s a scary step in our lives where we do just have to grow up and try. I’m glad you were able to find things to make you feel better or relax.

Chanci Phillips

10/27/2024 06:05:24 pm

I relate to you when I’m feeling lonely I spend more time alone too. Im not sure why this is my first instinct, but when I do realize I am isolating myself, I try to make plans with friends or force myself to go outside. Even if I don't want to be around others, I like to take my dogs to the river or mountains to clear my head and get some natural dopamine.

Megan

10/27/2024 06:39:37 pm

I also agree that preparing for collage and scholarships is a lot and confusing.

Kennedi

10/27/2024 04:57:50 pm

This time right now is the perfect example of being burnt out, with senior project, the musical, and school taking up the majority of my time. Somethings that I love to do is hang out with friends or take an hour or two and just take a break. It is hard to do these activities though, without feeling guilty about not doing my other work that I could be doing. So where is the balance? I think you have to give yourself time to take breaks, but not disregard or distract yourself from the work you need to get done. Though difficult I’ve seen through my own experiences and my friends that it can work.

Chanci Phillips

10/27/2024 05:59:41 pm

I agree, everything is moving so fast because of senior year and it’s hard to take a break when you want everything to be meaningful. There is balance in taking breaks from our commitments and it’s really important to connect with friends to regroup our energy.

Megan

10/27/2024 06:41:43 pm

I agree with you about the overwhelming homework and after school activities like musicals and work.

Mariah

10/27/2024 06:42:48 pm

The guilt that accompanies doing activities that you love is really the worst part about trying to give yourself a break. It is unfair to ourselves that we try to let our minds relax and take a break, but all we can think about is the things that we should be doing, which ruins that experience of treating yourself to relaxation and doing fun things.

Abbigail Williams

10/27/2024 07:00:27 pm

I could not agree more on the feeling of guilt. It is so hard for me to sit and take a break without feeling guilty or without feeling like i'm going to get super far behind. I feel it is important for us as seniors to find that balance of work and being able to take a break to be able to have energy to go again.

Nicolas Sessions

10/27/2024 07:28:21 pm

It really is rough when there is so much that you aren’t able to be at peace.

Chanci Phillips

10/27/2024 05:55:55 pm

I feel like burn out has especially been hard for me to get over this year with all the decisions we have to make for our future. It seems like my to-do list just keeps doubling as I finish one task. Usually, I like to wind down with friends like going on drives, blasting our favorite songs or just spend time talking about anything really. When I need a complete mental refresh, I like to get outside with my dogs and go wherever the wind takes us. Other times I just need to go out of town and go on mini day trips to other towns and forget my worries. Everyone needs to take a break to keep on a healthy track towards our own goals.

Megan

10/27/2024 06:38:10 pm

I agree with you and also believe spending time with pets helps with stress levels.

Mariah

10/27/2024 06:44:54 pm

I agree that it my to do list continues to build up with senior year things such as college applications and homework. I try to give myself breaks but every time I do, my list just keeps growing. This makes me excited for this spring once I have my plans figured out and I can just cruise through the last few weeks of school, looking forward to graduation.

Nicolas Sessions

10/27/2024 07:31:41 pm

I totally agree, with everything moving so quickly towards college and whatever else we’re all doing, it is totally stressful and can cause us to burn out.

Emylee Perkins

10/27/2024 07:44:27 pm

I agree with how I get burnt out because there is so much to take care of. Additionally, I feel like the work just keeps piling on week after week. Then you start to crave a break and the break turns into wasting time. I know that if there's something I have to do I can procrastinate and make it worse.

Megan Aiello

10/27/2024 06:36:16 pm

As seniors I feel like the pressure is a lot. Like my other peers, I also feel overwhelmed and burnt out. Senior year has been harder than I thought. I also feel some teachers don’t recognize some of our struggles and assume that overwork load of homework for our best in “education”. Some things I like to do help me feel better is to hang out with friends or exploring new trails around town.

Abbigail Williams

10/27/2024 06:47:59 pm

I feel that during hard time such as school. I feel like I procrastinate very easily, and I notice that as I start to do that I will stress myself out. I will then get down on myself and it's hard for me to get out of this slump. Somethings that help me are surrounding myself with the people I love most. Which are my best friends and family. I also enjoy having sports during this time because it takes my focus off the real world and the struggles that I am facing. Another huge thing is music. Music gets me in a mood to sit down and get my stuff down.

Daniel Davidson

10/27/2024 07:44:36 pm

I think all of the things you mentioned also apply to me. Music and family. Sports (for me running) and good friends. I use all these releases when I am most down and desperate. I’m so grateful to be blessed to have all of these resources available to me, when I need them. High school life is far from easy. In fact, at times it’s outright purgatory. But, amazing things can happen when we will our lives with uplifting and healthy inputs. These are the reasons we give ourselves to stick it out in the hardest of times, and these are the people and things that we celebrate with when we are at our best. I think everyone needs releases. And that what we do when we’re down, and the thing's we do to cope are actually some of our most defining characteristics.

Nicolas Sessions

10/27/2024 07:20:37 pm

There a variety of things that I do when I’m feeling burnt out. It’s kind of strange but the things i need to do to help myself out of a burn out changes and I kind of know what I need to do most of the time. Bit I really do like going on walks and hikes while listening to music. This always has a way of building me up and making me feel better and ready to take on life, I love exploring and walking around all over allows me to find beautiful places to enjoy. I get the whole surrounding yourself with loved ones to help yourself out of a slump but sometimes it’s those people and being around them too much that I need a break from. I think we all could use time to ourselves. I love using time to myself to watch my Scooby-doo classics, play instruments, and just do the stuff that makes me happy. In conclusion I just need to be able to do what I love to get out of a funk.

Daniel Davidson

10/27/2024 07:37:58 pm

I think going out into nature is a release mechanism that we both share- and in fact, many people in our community do to. With such a beautiful environment as the surroundings of Salmon, it’s always a privilege and often times a healing journey to venture out into the glorious and peaceful wilderness.

Daniel Davidson

10/27/2024 07:35:42 pm

For me, spending time with my family can be an immediate pick me up. I know I’m kind of strange in this, but road trips with my family are absolutely my favorite. My most treasured memories are those times traveling with family, and spending time with immediate and extended family. Family time is not always relaxing or helpful when I’m stressed. My fam is really hectic and loud. So, sometimes a nighttime walk in my field or a run is necessary in those times of overwhelming stimulation and noise. Valuable time alone with a friend or two, just to talk can make all the difference, too. Ultimately, I have a lot of things to turn to in sad and stressed times. Eating nostalgic foods (like chili) and sitting down to eat dinner with my parents, mu brothers, and Beth is undoubtedly the best fixer and cathartic ritual in the world.

Brylee Ganske

10/27/2024 08:33:44 pm

When I need a break what I usually turn to are some YouTube videos, music or hanging out with my friends. These thing usually give me some brain space so that I can be able to think again in a few. Something else that really helps me is caffeine. I feel like if you are feeling cornered and like you need space in life is the perfect time to get some; to just relaxed and step back. If you always do what others want you to do then you can never do what you want.

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