"Students who acquire large debts putting themselves through school are unlikely to think about changing society. When you trap people in a system of debt . they can't afford the time to think. Tuition fee increases are a "disciplinary technique," and, by the time students graduate, they are not only loaded with debt, but have also internalized the "disciplinarian culture." This makes them efficient components of the consumer economy." -Noam Chomsky
3 weeks in.
I'm alive but barely breathing.
I never liked school, even though I was somehow good at it. High school was without a doubt the most stressful years of my life. It is alarming to see how much stress we are exposed to, at such a young age. How can we break the cycle? Pressure of making friends, performing well academically speaking, at work, and in sports or other activities, and on top of that, being targets of a media culture that keeps on bombarding us with ideals we are told to reach.
This world is awful, people are shit and selfish, and I don't care about being a loner and chilling with my god damn self. I don't need to force conversation. It's not natural and I don't care about the last gucci belt you got yourself. Tell me about the last time you didn't act out of self-interest. I'd like to hear that instead.
And you know what's the worst part?
Unlike courses, social media does not stop at the end of the school day. It follows us home and there's no escaping it.
So how the fuck can I strike a good balance?
How do I remind myself that I do not equate to a number written in red pen?
Why do schools don't teach us emotional skills and prepare us to face the real world in order to lead a happy and healthy life?
Sure they educate us, in a freaking destructive way I'll give you that.
It's a constant struggle to never give up when the odds are stacked against you. It's a cruel cycle, but it's what society claims we need to get that financial security. I truly hope that these twenty years of sitting in classrooms will make the next step be just a piece of cake compared to that. But hey let's be real here. Life does not get easier.
Countless nights in the library, another redbull, another coffee, another pill to keep me the fuck awake and focused. Memorize and understand every word you read. These piles of book are probably more than what my rent cost, read them anyway. Deadlines after deadlines, years of mental supression, keep your cool even though you're a half alive zombie. Suffering day in day out, combined with pain and frustration, you don't have the choice till you hit graduation.
Glad to see you around. Nice post. The school system is very antiquated. As you touch on in your article. It was meant for a bygone era - the industrial revolution.
It was perfect for training people to become workers in the factories that those who were rich and went to private school (and taught differently) built or acquired.
Good luck in your studies. I'm sure you'll use what you learn well, and forget the useless stuff. :)
Roll up a fat j and relax you can only do so much. I can't imagine how stressful college is with the PC crap and every one preaching socialist propaganda because of feels.
hahaha dude youre too funny:P
I actually have a propaganda class!:P
Thanks for da support!!!! I need it!;) @capitalistcat9
there are many alternate ways to get the education you really need online, now following you , my friend
There is! But it's not the same! School can be hell, but I find it's the best way to get through it. Online courses can be a great alternative, but you can't only sit at home and expect to create your future. Gotta face the hard reality, it's part of the game! Thanks for your comment boss!
Maybe you should post more often here on steemit. Isn't that stress-relieving?
You make a point here!😎😍
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Well, this is a good post from you, LOL.
Hey show this blog post to your teachers and ask them if their peers pay them directly like you are getting here on the
#Blockchain.
Do they even #Bitcoin????
Ask one of the economics prof's about that LOL
Have a nice week sister.
AHHhAHAHHAHh Oh my god I swear whenever I get a weekly dose of your funnyness, my mood gets instantly better. Thanks so much dude you're the awesomest emubabe out there! Will definitely keep your advice in mind 😂😏 @barrydutton
I do what I can
LOL.
Make good choices! Hahahahaha!
Your emu joke awhile back is still making me laugh, it was a beaut.
C'est bonne.
That's my french for you in the PQ.
Oh my gawd.
Did I just read FRENCH.
My stomach dropped.
You are getting awesomer by the minute.
You're the best. It's rare people can really make me smile behind a computer screen. You somehow manage to do it every single time. Never change. This is your sparkle and do not let anyone steal it from you💫 @barrydutton
The education system needs to teach the students ahead of time for the emotional and mental stress that comes right after they graduate with huge debt
Exact!
How interesting I am just writing a post on a similar topic! Great post - I completely agree! Upvoted! =)
Oh no way I'd love to read it!!!! I love when I can relate to someone. It makes the battle less hard. Tell me when it will be up! I will make sure to check it out! Thanks so much for stopping by🖤🖤😘 @jockey
This deserves some attention. Upvoted and resteemed...
Thanks so much! 💫
Great post, I like it.
I choose a way of life without getting a degree for now. Actually to be realistic in this era anyone can make money out of the internet if he decides to be dedicated enouth. I think that you should never learn something for a career, you should learn something only if it interests you!
If you truly like something you will find a way to make it work ;)
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@paps
Wow well said! That's why we often have a job we hate miserably. The importance of choosing a field that drives and interests us!!! Keep up the good vibes thanks so much for da love xoxo
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@paps
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Good to see you back! Don't take it too seriously and don't try to fit in the "expectations of the society". It takes time to figure out that time is only a limited resource and there is no reason to waste it. It took me more than 25 years to realize that, but it was so relieving.