School Dilemmas
Your teacher gives you a group project, but two members never show up. You still want a good grade.
Talk to the teacher, divide the work with whoever is present, and complete your part responsibly.
A friend posts an embarrassing photo of you online without asking.
Ask them to remove it and explain that it made you uncomfortable.
Your boss asks you to work extra hours but you’re overwhelmed with school.
Politely decline and explain your school workload, or offer a different shift.
You’re unsure whether to go to college right away or take a gap year.
Compare the pros and cons of each option and think about your long-term goals.
You promised to play at 8pm but your sibling is on the console.
Negotiate with your sibling and update your friend if you’ll be late.
You have a big test tomorrow, but your phone keeps distracting you.
Put your phone away, set up a study plan, and use focused time blocks.
Your friend keeps cancelling plans and you feel unimportant.
Talk to them honestly and tell them how the cancellations are affecting you.
Your paycheck shows deductions you don’t understand.
Ask your manager or payroll to explain the taxes and deductions.
You need letters of recommendation but don’t know who to ask.
Choose teachers who know you well and ask them early with clear details.
A teammate is being toxic in-game.
Mute or block them and report the behavior to keep the game positive.
You got a lower essay grade than expected and want to improve.
Ask the teacher for specific feedback and rewrite sections based on their notes.
You overhear friends talking about you and you feel unsure about it.
Ask them calmly what they meant and clear up any misunderstandings.
You’re trying to save money for a trip but keep spending too much.
Make a budget, set weekly savings goals, and cut back on small extras.
You like two majors: one practical and one your passion.
Consider combining them with a major/minor or explore both before deciding.
Your grades are dropping because you’re gaming too much.
Set a homework-first schedule and limit gaming until goals are met.
You and a classmate argue about who did what in a lab.
Calmly talk it out, compare each person’s work, and give the teacher the correct breakdown.
A friend asks you to lie to their parents so they can go to a party.
Tell them you aren’t comfortable lying and encourage them to be honest.
You’re interviewing and get asked about your biggest weakness.
Say a real weakness and explain what you’re doing to improve it.
You get into your dream school, but it’s expensive.
Look for scholarships, financial aid options, or appeal your financial package.
A new game releases but you can’t afford it.
Watch streams, reviews, and save up until you can buy it.
You’re nervous about presenting in front of the class.
Practice ahead of time, use deep breathing, and prepare cue cards to stay confident.
Two friends want you to take sides in their fight.
Stay neutral, set boundaries, and offer to help them talk it out.
You want a part-time job but another applicant is preferred.
Highlight your availability, reliability, and skills to show why you’re a good fit.
Your parents worry about you moving away for college.
Create a plan showing your budget, safety measures, and responsibilities.
Your livestream glitches and viewers laugh.
Stay calm, tell viewers you’re fixing the issue, and continue once resolved.