Hello! How are you today?

Did you get enough sleep and sunshine?

Wherever you are, I always hope you are well.

It's been a while since we came back to school. How do you feel, guys? Do you understand what the teachers are saying? Are you completing the assignments on time? How do you feel in general?

Over the weekend, I took an online workshop, and we discussed life LIFE CHOICES. Have you watched the movie "The Matrix" (1999)? This movie is famous for its' "Red Pill" and "Blue Pill", which hold a very valuable life lesson. In life, we need to make decision that shape our future.

Red Pill = Embrace Reality

Blue Pill = Embrace Comfort

Let's discuss the difference and which pill is right for you.

The Red Pill = Embrace Reality

In life, we need to face the truth, the challenges, and be responsible for things that we might make us uncomfortable. There are times when we are forced and pressured, BUT these are part of growing up.

• Education and Knowledge

  • Is school important? Well, it depends on which side you look at, because school is just the facility. BUT!!! knowledge is important!!

  • This is a vital step for your future. So embrace learning, ask questions, and seek knowledge beyond the classroom.

• Personal Growth

  • Be responsible for your actions, learn from your mistakes, and work on your weaknesses.

  • The first step is to be aware of yourself.

  • Awareness, Acceptance, and Change

• Relationship

  • Finding true friends is tough, but you need to do it! You need to be genuine with yourself and others, which takes effort, empathy, and communication.

• Chasing Dreams

  • Dream Big! Don't be afraid of big dreams, because life is more fulfilling if you have a dream to pursue.

The Blue Pill = Embrace Comfort

This is the opposite of the above. The Blue Pill represents comfort and safety; there's nothing wrong with it. It's the moment when we enjoy life and take breaks.

• Procrastination

  • To avoid being responsible and enjoying the current comfort, which can easily hinder your long-term growth and success.

• Peer Pressure

  • It is so much easier to follow what others say without considering how we feel. In the long run, you can lose yourself.

• Avoiding Challenges

  • Nobody wants to face challenges, but this is what we need to do to grow. The world out there is scarier than it is right now (at home and at school). So let's build resilience and character.

• No Dreams.

  • You are either afraid to dream or have no life goal yet. But don't worry—your effort in having and pursuing your dreams will not go wasted.

So which pill are you ready to take? 

Every decision will come with consequences.

Embrace everything the best possible way.

(Ms. Maggie)