Simple Tip #10

You know how people are always telling you to go beyond expectations? What happens when you feel like you really have outdid yourself and then people shut you down? I know how it feels. I do more than what I'm supposed to and it doesn't even matter. It's like people find flaw in every little thing and just won't, for once, give people a break. This can trigger anger. If you are feeling angry or upset about anything, try your very hardest to think clearly before making an action. Just remember, your actions have consequences! Think beyond the big picture. Also, think about how it can affect things later down the road.

Cyber-bullying - No good.

Have you ever got a mean message on Myspace, Facebook, or Twitter from someone that you were in a fight with or they just didn't like you? Technology is very useful tool if you use it for good reasons. Many schools have blocked all Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, Tumblr, and a lot of other social networks. Many teens use texting and other social networks to gossip and even harass somebody. My opinion in this matter is if you have nothing good to say, don't say anything at all. Yes, I am at fault for some cyber-bullying and it was even taken to the principle of my high school. The girl was in a grade below me, it was a BIG misunderstanding. Though I have to admit I was really scared that day when they called me down to the office to go and talk to the principle about what was said over Facebook. The girl and I talked everything out, and we are now good friends. When you get mean messages or text you just need to ignore it because you replying back to them just fuels the fire even more. They are trying to get you to react to the stuff they are saying so they can have a good laugh about it. Be the bigger person and don't let them take the smile off of your face.
Here are some links to true life stories where teens have committed suicide because of cyberbullying:

Cyberbully Alert
The Megan Story
Blogs about cyberbullying:
Take Control and Stop Cyber-Bullying
Cyber-Bullying Help
We Say NO! (To Cyber-Bullying)

What is it?

This week, we decided to try to give you somewhat of a challenge. In my opinion, this is still pretty easy. Good luck!

School levies

My high school is having a levy right now. I think it is not the smartest thing to do but what do I know? They are having it because our school is struggling with money. Instead of trying to raise money, they are just cutting a lot of teachers, along with after school things. Many kids enjoy the things that are being cut. It's not fair to all the kids that like doing those things. A lot of the kids have been in the groups for a while and really like them but if the levy doesn't pass, they will have to stop doing them. It will make a lot of people mad if they can't do what they have always done. We have to try to get the levy to pass so that we can still have our fun activities after school. What do you think is the right thing to do for this situation? Please, let me know so I can spread your ideas and opinions about the matter.