Positive Perspectives

So far I’ve had many intense experiences throughout my life. Several of them seemed important as I was going through them, but after having time to reflect on them I realized that a good amount of them weren’t as important as they seemed. When I step back and look at the big picture, I gain perspective that helps me sort the less meaningful things from the stuff that actually matters. I’ve noticed that many people often become absorbed into a superficial mindset and I don’t see many people having deep conversations. As I walk down the school hallways I’m always amazed by the things people talk about. Drugs, drama, boys, girls… Nobody ever touches subjects like the future. I have a clear memory from elementary school. My parents got …show more content…
I never had any problems with bullying while I was in elementary school so when I started experiencing it in middle school, it completely threw me off. After that happened I had my first boyfriend and it changed my focus. I’m not going to go into much detail but he forced my friend to do some things against her will, and he did the same thing to me. So just like any other emotionally messed up middle schooler I went through my emo phase. I also forgot about how amazing life really is. I can’t blame myself for not staying positive, but after experiencing that negative time period, I’ve been able to learn more about myself. I’ve also been able to appreciate my happiness a lot more than I used …show more content…
I decided to put myself into situations that made me really uncomfortable until it didn’t feel as intense. One of the first and biggest steps I took was getting a job. I knew that this would be important for my future and I also knew that it could help me with my anxiety. The first month or two was hard on me, it was almost unbearable. I forced myself to talk to my coworkers and after a while I became comfortable holding conversations with them. After I became comfortable with my coworkers, I was able to try service and talk to strangers. This was a crucial step to overcoming my anxiety and being a happier