Throughout history, spring is often referred to as a season of growth and change—a time to make a fresh set of goals and quietly anticipate the start of summer. As May progresses and students make a final effort to excel in school before that final report card is sent out, it’s important to take a look at some tips on how to clear out any toxicity in one’s life, craft new goals for the spring and summer, and “start anew.”
Mission Hills students shared some of their hopes for how they are hoping to grow personally and academically this spring.
“I think I am going to focus on myself this spring,” freshman Belen Novelo said. “Winter was very stressful for me, but now I think I can relax more knowing that school’s almost over. I can stick to reading and going on my phone, and stick to friends.”
The aspiration to focus on the self and continuously strive to become the best version of oneself is a common goal for many, and the good news is, there are steps you can take to achieve this.
The best thing someone can do for themself this spring involves clearing out toxicity in their life, whether that looks like distancing themself from anyone who doesn’t make them feel their most, changing up a routine, or even something as simple as eating healthier and staying hydrated. Let’s be honest—seasonal depression is a real problem and many students are affected by it, dreading winter because of the short daylight hours and finals season. However, this spring is like a fresh start, a deep breath after the winter, and people need to enjoy life and the last few weeks until summer.
Other students proceeded to comment on their goals for how they will prioritize themselves and their happiness this spring.
“I really want to take some time for myself,” freshman Simone Soricelli said. “I want to spend time with my family and friends. I’ll try to focus a lot on school while still being in balance with my social life.”
Keeping a balance between both academic life and relationships is something that is common to hope for, and most students are seeking to accomplish something similar this spring.
“Staying consistent with my activities and maintaining positive relationships is important to me,” freshman Charlotte O’Steen said.
That’s the last tip for how to manage the busy season during these last few weeks of school; make a strong effort to separate academic life from personal life. Sometimes during finals and AP season, it can be a struggle to take even a few moments to unwind, breathe, and spend time with people that matter. To make sure students are prioritizing both their happiness and their success, they should make a schedule to combat stress and overworking themselves. Some rules they can implement into their schedule could include: no school work after 10 pm or finishing homework early in the weekend so that Sundays are primarily for self-care. Only a few more weeks, Grizzlies. We’ve got this!