Post Exam Reaction: Algebra (Feb. 21, 2020)

This is my reaction to our first exam in Algebra. Thought I'd post it here for future use. You know, perspective.

This is just one setback
I can always bounce back
Pain is better than boredom
Where did I go wrong?
Without self-flagellation..

I'm hungry
My stomach is acting up
But I feel alive
More than ever

My time management needs improvement (I've been complacent)
Focus on the long term
The journey is long - three years
You are only two months in

I thought you love adversity
If it challenges you
Panindigan mo

Understanding over grades
Survival mode muna
Then you can explore later

Self-soothing
Don't be paralyzed by your internal standard
Let other people tell you you're not capable
Wag mo silang pangunahan

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