Nearing the Finale

my shot of ISNHS

We are nearing the end of the third quarter of this school year. With only one more to go, we’ll soon be climbing the stage for graduation. Looking back, it has been quite an experience. I have made several discoveries through lessons both inside and outside the classroom. Who knew that managing ten subjects could be both so stressful and so rewarding? 

I’ve gathered a wealth of knowledge that will undoubtedly be useful in the years to come. Speaking of the future, I received guidance in choosing my courses and career path this quarter. It has been extremely helpful and feels like a massive weight off my shoulders. Additionally, I participated in several extracurricular activities where I learned how to lead, manage, and work both efficiently and effectively.

However, life is rarely a smooth ride; I faced a multitude of challenges during this quarter. Most significantly, I had to learn how to balance my time and effort between academics and leadership roles. Managing these as a student is no easy feat. I had to figure out how to accomplish the tasks I was given without burning out.


Through research and practice, I learned how to prioritize tasks based on whether they are important, urgent, or unnecessary. I also learned how to break large projects into smaller subtasks, which has made all the difference. Mastering these techniques helped me stay productive. Furthermore, I discovered a "trick" for whenever I feel unmotivated: I ask myself, "Does this take less than two minutes?" and then I simply dive in. By doing this, I clear the clutter in my mind and finish tasks much faster.


Moving forward, I am committed to improving my habits and continuing to pursue my hobbies. I will keep learning how to work more effectively and continue to overcome procrastination. I hope these efforts help me achieve even greater things in the future.


Reference:

Allen, D. (2002). Getting things done: The art of Stress-Free Productivity. Penguin.