Quarter 2 Journey - Near the melting point

Ever been so overstimulated you felt like melting? Not only because of the intense heat in our country, but also because of this quarter. This quarter was so draining, to the point that it was tearing me apart. Also, with the limited time we had, it made it harder to finish all the lessons.

As Maxwell students grew closer and became more comfortable, it felt like a big friend group. Beyond that, we also shared the same struggles. We crammed and complained about everything, but having your RELIABLE classmates around was a blessing. Those who would not get tired of helping and teaching you until you've finished a specific school work.

​I can’t even recall when Quarter 2 started all I can remember was how tiring it was, to the point that resting felt like a crime. Even at home, it still feels like I’m at school because of the homework we need to finish and pass for the next school day. In my almost four years of being an SSC student, Grade 10 schoolwork is really different from the past grade levels. Every night, you don't know what to do first because some days, two or more teachers give homework at the same time. But with time management, I’ve always finished our homework on time. I couldn't put into words how thankful I am for my friends' help whenever they assist me with something. I am truly grateful to have such helpful friends, and I wouldn't exchange them for anything.

The pressure is getting a lot more obvious. The pressure from our parents and teachers, and also the expectations, are continuing to rise, and it’s higher than ever. But keeping those in mind will never be a motivation for me expectations are distractions. They will never make me strive more to learn but they will only make me feel frustrated. Sometimes I feel like most of us are just going to school to pass, not to learn just because we're trying to meet their expectations and not disappoint our parents and teachers. So, I just disregard those thoughts and continue to do what I can do best.

This quarter may have drained me, but as I always say, it's more bearable when you share the same struggles with your friends and try to survive it together. Still, I am quite disappointed in myself in two of our subjects, but I am satisfied with the rest. To hope is to live, and I am hoping for better things to close out and end this quarter. As we say, "All is well Maxwell," I hope everything will go well as our Grade 10 journey continues and this second chapter ends.

To answer the question from my first-quarter reflection: yes, I survive, I barely survived.