Feb. 9, 2025
By Rayan Yamout
Editor
As college application season concludes, the long days of waiting to receive acceptances begin. This period of uncertainty can feel unbearable, so we seniors must have a strong support system.
Don’t let refreshing applicant portals and imagining every possible scenario become a daily routine. It is easy to get caught up in self-doubt and become overwhelmed, but having family and friends to lighten the mood makes a big difference.
When my close friends and I spend time together, we feel supported. Whether we’re distracting ourselves with a fun activity, sharing a meal after musical rehearsal or venting about our worries, these moments remind me that I’m not alone.
Having meaningful relationships is crucial to mental health, and these bonds prove especially important when you are feeling burnt out.
The combination of fatigue and uncertainty about college can lead us to lose motivation. Procrastination becomes tempting, and it is natural to lose sight of the goals we have worked so hard to achieve. In these moments, having friends or family to hold us accountable and remind us of our potential can help us stay focused and determined.
When my close friends and I spend time together, we feel supported.
Although some days feel long because there is so much on a senior’s to-do list, the school year will be over sooner than we realize.
The pressure of committing to college will be off our chests, and we will have more certainty about the adventures that await us in the fall. That is why we must make the most of our time with the people we care about, as we will soon be stepping out into the world beyond Lyndhurst.
Amid our stress, we should appreciate those who have stood by us. Their support has made this year’s challenges more manageable, showing us that, even in life’s busiest and most uncertain moments, we are never alone.
