Hahaha hi! The title reminds me of subject round ups I had back in RG. I really miss RG. JC has been quite a big change for me this year (like doh) and for everyone else also so I think what I should do is like a little round up for my sake (and hopefully my lovely friends out there too hi sayangs) so like I'm more prepped and ready for the second term of school!!

Problems people in general face once they step into JC

So, before I entered tertiary education I already heard stuff from my seniors. But well I guess some of it is true but others it's either not true or I can't remember what they told me in the first place. Haha but I guess it doesn't really matter once I actually get to experience the whole thing for myself and like evaluate it.

So like the general matters I guess for everyone would be things like managing new friendships, making effort to make old ones last like before, seeing your friends change, getting used to the lecture-tutorial system, the fact that now no one is gonna pester your butt to keep on doing your work, self-consciousness and the list goes on ah.

And the fact that these different things are going on simultaneously can be quite overwhelming for some people. And then they just feel sad. :(

What changes people go through

You can see changes in people when you go to JC. For me I do see good changes like how some people are more open now to making new friends and adjusting to the new environment. Like the quieter ones back in secondary school you can see them as more outgoing now (to me ah but maybe it's cos I didn't really bump into them as often in RG as I do here). And of course there are changes in people that you wouldn't really be comfortable with I mean these things are inevitable right.

What I think I should do to handle these changes (and hopefully for the people around me too)

So personally it wasn't easy for me. Like it takes me a while to get used to the new environment and system and everything. But there were things that did make it easier for me like the fact that I still do have my lovelies and my bros and everything to ensure that I'm okay and cool and awesome like I usually am. The same goes for the people around me. Like when I read people's blogposts and twitters they sometimes do sound really sad because people are having a tough time adjusting to the new environment and everything. I think it's because of the shift from secondary to JC. Like how the shift from primary to secondary was difficult for some (including myself too). So I think it's something that can be overcome. For all of us (insya'Allah) as long as we put in effort to make JC the best for ourselves. Mum says that sometimes I've got to change my attitude so that you know I can make the most out of a certain thing, and I really think she is right. Seniors all say 'JC is what you make it out to be' which I guess is the same message all in all. Your attitude affects how you do things, what you do, and then this will then determine how much enjoyment you have. And yup that's how it goes..

And like the holidays (hahah well it just started but anyway) got me thinking of how like I can make term 2 better for myself (and I really think that this would go for others as well or at least some ah)

1) Iman & Usaha (Faith and effort hahaha sorry somehow it sounds better in Malay I don't mean to be racist or what but it's the feeling you know)

This is kind of like my life motto. And it did get me through upper sec successfully alhamdulillah. To me faith comprises many things, like faith in God, faith in yourself, faith that things will get better. And effort is like the amount of work and determination and drive you have that will make you want to do what you can to ensure that something is successful. I always told myself this, during major periods like End of Years, and Perbayu Drama, and yes it really did push me forward back in RG, and insya'Allah it will now too.

2) Optimism

I know being realistic is really important (hahaha). But being optimistic is somehow like a booster for me. Like you can't always tell yourself things that can bring you down like 'aiya I suck at so-and-so' and all that because it will make you feel lousy. And what's the point in that. Yes I do get sometimes it's the spur of the moment when you're frustrated and everything, but it's always important to think positive so that you feel lighter and more motivated to do something. Like if I told myself that if I keep on drilling myself in Math I will improve on it (and my teacher did tell me this and honestly it really did work) when my Math was quite terrible. That's optimism.

3) Being brave to face up to things

It's inevitable to worry about what others think of you, about how you will do in exams like As, whether you'll end up in a certain position (like council haha yup some of you are running too! jitters!). But what's important is that you just move on steadfast and not worry so much. As long as you're doing the best you can, then you shouldn't have yourself to blame. You shouldn't worry about what people think (yes easier said than done I know I know) because as long as you know what you're doing isn't wrong then I don't see what's there to worry about! It's like that principle of governance in SS we learnt last year, do what is right not what is popular. Okay but sometimes what's popular is what is right but I think you all get the point. And like As, some of us already feeling nervous about it and okay the feeling's definitely worse for the J2s, but we shouldn't just stick to that emotion of fear but do something fruitful so that emotion has no reason to be there. And be brave to face up to failure. Like in life we can't always get what we want, so just make sure that when you fail in something, you just move forward and do other things that can benefit your time better. Of course some time for self-reflection may do some some good. And also, be brave to try out for new things. I think that speaks for itself. Like you get new experiences, make new friends, and all is good. You may learn a new thing or two.

4) Intentions are clear

This is something that I really think is very important. Not just in JC context, but in everything. Like you need to make sure the reason why you want to go forth with something is a good one. Not just because other people are doing it, not just for the sake of earning something. I don't really know how to put it otherwise and I think this point really explains itself.

5) Open-mindedness

Whatever changes you go through, it's crucial that you accept them and think about how you're gonna get through them. We shouldn't all just stick to the past because that doesn't really benefit us in any way. Although sometimes reminiscing feels good :) Just be open to new things, and try to adapt. Because that way you won't feel tied down and uneasy with whatever is going on.

Yup that's generally all I have for now. And yeah it's quite a long and draggy post so if you made it to this point I'd like to say thanks for reading and hope it's been beneficial for you as it has been for me. And yup maybe some of it's the same old advice. But sometimes old is good. Hahahaha. Take time off this holiday to take things a bit slow, catch up on work, and to do a self-check. And insya'Allah term 2 will be a better one for all of us. :) Amin!!!

Hahaha hi! The title reminds me of subject round ups I had back in RG. I really miss RG. JC has been quite a big change for me this year (like doh) and for everyone else also so I think what I should do is like a little round up for my sake (and hopefully my lovely friends out there too hi sayangs) so like I'm more prepped and ready for the second term of school!!

Problems people in general face once they step into JC

So, before I entered tertiary education I already heard stuff from my seniors. But well I guess some of it is true but others it's either not true or I can't remember what they told me in the first place. Haha but I guess it doesn't really matter once I actually get to experience the whole thing for myself and like evaluate it.

So like the general matters I guess for everyone would be things like managing new friendships, making effort to make old ones last like before, seeing your friends change, getting used to the lecture-tutorial system, the fact that now no one is gonna pester your butt to keep on doing your work, self-consciousness and the list goes on ah.

And the fact that these different things are going on simultaneously can be quite overwhelming for some people. And then they just feel sad. :(

What changes people go through

You can see changes in people when you go to JC. For me I do see good changes like how some people are more open now to making new friends and adjusting to the new environment. Like the quieter ones back in secondary school you can see them as more outgoing now (to me ah but maybe it's cos I didn't really bump into them as often in RG as I do here). And of course there are changes in people that you wouldn't really be comfortable with I mean these things are inevitable right.

What I think I should do to handle these changes (and hopefully for the people around me too)

So personally it wasn't easy for me. Like it takes me a while to get used to the new environment and system and everything. But there were things that did make it easier for me like the fact that I still do have my lovelies and my bros and everything to ensure that I'm okay and cool and awesome like I usually am. The same goes for the people around me. Like when I read people's blogposts and twitters they sometimes do sound really sad because people are having a tough time adjusting to the new environment and everything. I think it's because of the shift from secondary to JC. Like how the shift from primary to secondary was difficult for some (including myself too). So I think it's something that can be overcome. For all of us (insya'Allah) as long as we put in effort to make JC the best for ourselves. Mum says that sometimes I've got to change my attitude so that you know I can make the most out of a certain thing, and I really think she is right. Seniors all say 'JC is what you make it out to be' which I guess is the same message all in all. Your attitude affects how you do things, what you do, and then this will then determine how much enjoyment you have. And yup that's how it goes..

And like the holidays (hahah well it just started but anyway) got me thinking of how like I can make term 2 better for myself (and I really think that this would go for others as well or at least some ah)

1) Iman & Usaha (Faith and effort hahaha sorry somehow it sounds better in Malay I don't mean to be racist or what but it's the feeling you know)

This is kind of like my life motto. And it did get me through upper sec successfully alhamdulillah. To me faith comprises many things, like faith in God, faith in yourself, faith that things will get better. And effort is like the amount of work and determination and drive you have that will make you want to do what you can to ensure that something is successful. I always told myself this, during major periods like End of Years, and Perbayu Drama, and yes it really did push me forward back in RG, and insya'Allah it will now too.

2) Optimism

I know being realistic is really important (hahaha). But being optimistic is somehow like a booster for me. Like you can't always tell yourself things that can bring you down like 'aiya I suck at so-and-so' and all that because it will make you feel lousy. And what's the point in that. Yes I do get sometimes it's the spur of the moment when you're frustrated and everything, but it's always important to think positive so that you feel lighter and more motivated to do something. Like if I told myself that if I keep on drilling myself in Math I will improve on it (and my teacher did tell me this and honestly it really did work) when my Math was quite terrible. That's optimism.

3) Being brave to face up to things

It's inevitable to worry about what others think of you, about how you will do in exams like As, whether you'll end up in a certain position (like council haha yup some of you are running too! jitters!). But what's important is that you just move on steadfast and not worry so much. As long as you're doing the best you can, then you shouldn't have yourself to blame. You shouldn't worry about what people think (yes easier said than done I know I know) because as long as you know what you're doing isn't wrong then I don't see what's there to worry about! It's like that principle of governance in SS we learnt last year, do what is right not what is popular. Okay but sometimes what's popular is what is right but I think you all get the point. And like As, some of us already feeling nervous about it and okay the feeling's definitely worse for the J2s, but we shouldn't just stick to that emotion of fear but do something fruitful so that emotion has no reason to be there. And be brave to face up to failure. Like in life we can't always get what we want, so just make sure that when you fail in something, you just move forward and do other things that can benefit your time better. Of course some time for self-reflection may do some some good. And also, be brave to try out for new things. I think that speaks for itself. Like you get new experiences, make new friends, and all is good. You may learn a new thing or two.

4) Intentions are clear

This is something that I really think is very important. Not just in JC context, but in everything. Like you need to make sure the reason why you want to go forth with something is a good one. Not just because other people are doing it, not just for the sake of earning something. I don't really know how to put it otherwise and I think this point really explains itself.

5) Open-mindedness

Whatever changes you go through, it's crucial that you accept them and think about how you're gonna get through them. We shouldn't all just stick to the past because that doesn't really benefit us in any way. Although sometimes reminiscing feels good :) Just be open to new things, and try to adapt. Because that way you won't feel tied down and uneasy with whatever is going on.

Yup that's generally all I have for now. And yeah it's quite a long and draggy post so if you made it to this point I'd like to say thanks for reading and hope it's been beneficial for you as it has been for me. And yup maybe some of it's the same old advice. But sometimes old is good. Hahahaha. Take time off this holiday to take things a bit slow, catch up on work, and to do a self-check. And insya'Allah term 2 will be a better one for all of us. :) Amin!!!