Old Me vs New Me
This is one thing you used to struggle with at the beginning of the year.
What is an example of something I struggled with before (like anger, schoolwork, or communication)?
Your friend is acting fake toward you—this is the BEST first move.
What is Talk / set boundaries?
Scrolling your phone all day to avoid your problems is THIS.
What is a crash out (unhealthy coping)?
When a celebrity posts everything online for attention, it often leads to THIS.
What is drama, negativity, or unwanted attention?
You have nothing to do this summer—this is ONE positive way to use your time.
What is working, learning something new, staying active, or building a skill?
This is one way you respond to problems differently now compared to earlier this year.
What is communicating better, thinking before reacting, or handling situations more maturely?
Your friend is mad at you but won’t say why—this is the healthiest next move.
Talking to someone you trust when you’re stressed is THIS.
What is healthy coping?
Comparing your life to celebrities or influencers online can lead to THIS.
What is insecurity, low confidence, or unrealistic expectations?
Everyone is doing something you know is dumb—this is the BEST choice.
What is making your own decision, saying no, or removing yourself from the situation?
This is a situation that would have made you react emotionally earlier this year but you’d handle differently now.
What is a real-life example of reacting more calmly, thinking first, or not overreacting?
Someone disrespects you in front of others—this is the BEST way to handle it without making things worse.
What is staying calm, addressing it directly, or choosing not to escalate the situation?
Blowing up, yelling, or acting without thinking when you're upset is THIS.
What is a crash out (unhealthy reaction)?
When a celebrity sets boundaries with fans or social media, it shows THIS.
What is self-respect or protecting your mental health?
You feel left out seeing people online having fun—this is the healthiest way to respond.
What is focusing on your own goals, reaching out to people, or not comparing yourself?
This is a mistake or situation from this year that helped you grow—even if it didn’t feel good at the time.
What is a real example of something I went through and what it taught me?
You’re about to react out of anger (text, fight, post, etc.)—this is the BEST move in that moment.
What is pausing, taking a step back, or giving yourself time before reacting?
Taking a break, walking away, and coming back to the situation when you’re calm is THIS.
What is coping (healthy response)?
A celebrity loses everything or faces backlash but bounces back—this shows THIS important skill.
What is resilience (comebacks, growth, learning from mistakes)?
You’re bored, have no plan, and your friends suggest doing something you know could get you in trouble—this is the BEST move.
What is making your own decision, saying no, or removing yourself from the situation?
This is one version of yourself you are leaving behind and not bringing into the summer.
What is a negative habit, mindset, or behavior (like anger, procrastination, caring too much about opinions, etc.)?
You feel pressure to fit in or prove something to others—this is the BEST decision you can make.
What is staying true to yourself, making your own decision, or not needing validation?
Holding everything in, pretending you’re fine, and never talking about your problems is THIS.
“Why do people do this even if it’s not healthy?”
A celebrity makes a mistake publicly and takes accountability instead of blaming others—this shows THIS.
What is accountability or maturity?
You have complete freedom this summer—this is ONE decision that could either set you up for success or mess things up.
What is how I use my time (choices about friends, habits, goals, or risky behavior)?