Advice Column

Welcome to the Lakeside Leo Advice Column! Feel free to email me at maiaf27@lakesideschool.org or look for our monthly survey in the Daily if you have any questions or need advice.

1. One day when I was at a zoo, I saw a monkey, and that monkey looked at me intensely. Am I wrong to think that monkey was attracted to me? 

I… am at a loss for words. Maybe it thought you were one too? 

2. I can’t stop going to bed late and never have enough energy in classes. Help!  ~Sleepless  

Dear Sleepless, 

That can be a really hard situation! I also have this problem sometimes. Here are my suggestions for getting your full 8 hours (who does, really?) and waking up ready to start the day (again, who?). 

• Set a consistent sleep schedule. If you go to bed at 10 one night then 2 the next, your body has trouble adjusting to the constant change. Try to sleep and wake up at around the same time every day. 

• You should have a morning and night routine. Eat enough, close your screens at least an hour before bed, and do something relaxing! Journal, read, eat more… the list is endless! 

• Prioritize! Your health and wellbeing is more important than anything else. Even if you have a super important project due the next day, you should let your teachers know that you couldn’t finish it. They’ll understand, I promise. Also, you’re much more capable of producing good work when you’re fully rested.

• Even though last-minute situations happen every once in a while, it’s still best to be conscious of your time management. Use your free periods or study halls to finish any work you might have if you know you’ll have a late night otherwise. 

• If all else fails, falling asleep in class once in a while is okay if you don’t snore. And everyone knows that a free period is just another name for nap time. 

I hope this helps!

3. What’s the best kind of dog?

The best kind of dog is any dog.