I just wanted you to know, I don't think bad grades don't mean much when you are struggling with mental health issues. I did manage to keep my grades at A's while struggling with depression, but school is so easy for me that I barely had to try. If I were you, I wouldn't focus so much on the grades. What I tell myself is, give all your effort, and if you do that, you can't be mad or upset with yourself. I did fine my freshman and sophomore years, but once I hit my junior year, I hit a wall. I was so depressed, I didn't care, I couldn't concentrate...I would take tests and fifteen minutes later couldn't tell you a question on it. I was literally just rolling through the motions. It's definitely not easy. And I can empathize that it seems your parents are not supportive. My mom continually denies that I have issues with anxiety and depression. I've fully accepted it, but she can't, and I don't see my dad near as much as my mom. So that makes it so much harder. If you don't get into Standford (although I hope you do since that's your dream!), I don't think it's going to be the end of the world. It may be tough to accept...But I'm sure everything will work out. But after all this...My best advice to you would just be do your best. If you do this, it is enough, and I have to constantly remind myself of that. I am now just out of high school, graduated as valedictorian, and am looking forward to college in the fall. I just want you to know, you are good enough, and you can get through this. Best wishes!
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