Why can't I suceed? I'm trying to finish school but something always holds me back...?
115620
You say "something" always holds you back but you do not list any of these things.\n\nHere are some tips, some of which may apply and some may not:\n1) Give up Alcohol\n2) Stop going to parties\n3) Dump your abusive boy/girl-friend\n4) Take less credit hours per semester\n5) Take more credit hours per semester\n6) Talk to your professors in all classes (not just ones you're doing poorly in).\n7) Live on campus\n8) Live off campus\n9) Take a summer school class\n10) Don't give up because 90% of people who "take a break" never go back\n11) Study more\n12) Start a study group\n13) Talk to your advisor\n14) Change your major\n15) Buckle down and stay with your major\n16) Apply for grants if money is the problem
843156
I'm sorry I can't help you however I hope it's real fast and you're placed with a wonderful family. Stay in school! BOL
780365
Do you live in an area where you can get schoolarship, grant or free money if you have a high GPA? Motiviation for me is in the form of some pay-off. I have to know at the end of a long journey there is going to be a reprieve. So maybe you could set little goals/rewards for yourself. There must always be something to look forward to. We are all alike in that manner. Studying more won't make you rich necessarily, but it will make you successful. When we study too much, work too much, etc, we can reach burn out fast. We must allow ourselves time to rest, catch our breath and then give ourselves incentives to move ahead. Anyone can give up, lay down, refuse to move forward. It takes a driven person to continue on. You know which of the two you are. Best of luck and much success.
798750
When you take the tests for your grades do feels that you had no clue or did you just get it wrong, maybe you do not  fully understand the lesson, I am assuming you do STUDY.  Try writing down your not of key points and review the night your test.  Try a study buddy, ask each other questions on the material.  Good luck, don't give up. Knowledge is power.
617767
yes you can succeed,\neither speak to your local college and see if they will allow you to finish course or contact learn direct or similar and try to restart the course and this time study hard.\nif you put your mind to it you can do anything\nthere is no such word as cant.
475978
Finish school now!  Its the best thing to do because once you get out of school its so much harder to get back in.  I am almost done with community college and I took a break to get married and start a family.. and I promised myself I would go back.  I haven't yet and time is just flying by.  The best thing to do is to finish.  Set that goal and then decide what you want to do.  Life passes by so quick and we say things we are going to do but then obsticles get in our way and it takes longer to reach our goals.. and then some eventually just give up!!!  Stay with school, keep your mind focused and before you know it.. you will be that screen writer you want to be!  Good Luck!
197527
Well I have the same problem, when it come to taking any type of test or exam, I freeze up.  I have found that studying with a friend or reading the questions and answers and recording them onto a tape and listening to the really helps.  My parents were not so understanding about it and put me on antidepressants, which did not help.  You just have to have faith in yourself and know that your parents are behind you 100%.  Hope it helps.
398028
I have been into that situation...so when you do assignments....check your notes..look into the book...or speak to your friend..u also can go library...or speak to your tutor...there are so many things...u can do...just keep tyring.....and you will b winner..don't think negative...don't think u can't do it....there is nothing impossible.....never give.God help those who help themselves
529809
It sounds like you have a self fullfilling prophesy called fear of failure.  Try talking to a counselor or other professional for help.
752451
try going to an after school study thing or get some help with teachers or parents. i used to be that way too. but i talked to my parents and they helped a ton. also, you should only be dating if you can do it and still do well in school. your education is much more important
328494
i had that prob for a while and its really disheartening when people refuse you when you know u could be better than some of the lazy scum bags who work there. just keep at it and dont give up someone will value your skills....good luck!!
130680
YES, and stay your course.Work hard to finish school and don't let that piece of s%#t make you feel guilty for anything you have done. Don't let someone like him drag you down. Its gonna be rough for a while, but you definitely don't need anybody to make things harder. Hang in there, it will be worth it.
464485
Remember there is a means to an end and remind yourself why you started school and what you have been working and studying so hard for.  If you've been in for several years, just realizing you're on the way "out" should help you refresh yourself for the end of this road.  Good luck and hang in there!
271868
Have you tried going to you counselour and asking for advice? Have you talked with your teachers for a way to pull your grade up? Most people are willng to work with you \nIF your genuine about achieving you degree, this might be hard since your on probation but IF you are genuine about your education you might be able to figure something out with your college board members, teachers, something.\nSorry probably wasn't much help.
247990
Well, you probably already know that if all you want to do is survive, just stop doing school work. No one dies from failing to get a high school diploma. If you want to be a good student without completely stressing, do a search on time management and study skills. You could also check out "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens"
842346
No matter what your out-take is on the subject, you have to do it.  So if you have trouble understanding it talk to a friend or a student from class or ask the teacher after class if you are unsure.  I am also positive that you can pretty much find anything you are looking for on the internet, so brainstorm and research.  There's going to be plenty of stuff in life that you would probably dislike, but they have to get done in order to meet a goal, so just gotta suck it up and do your best.  More power to ya!  Good luck!
527626
Put aside a certain amount of time each night to work on your classes. Try to become organized. Make a folder on your computer labeled School and keep all of your work in that one folder. \n\nDon't let yourself fall behind...it's horrible trying to catch up. Don't wait until the very last minute to do anything or you will get stressed out. That's probably the most important thing.  \n\nTry to keep it spread out so you only have to do a little at a time...it won't seem so daunting that way!