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Stress always comes along with being tested, whether you’ve prepared well or not. If you really care about doing well; worrying is inevitable. The mechanism of stress exists to help raise motivation and the ability to work harder. In some, however, it tends to get out of hand and to become counterproductive. If you feel […]
Some jobs are much more dangerous than others. While the huge majority of workers in the U.S. are in "safe" jobs, there are those who put their life on the line every day and face both physical and psychological challenges that are unheard of for the rest of us. Construction, law enforcement, and other high-risk […]
If you’re thinking about applying to various colleges in your near future, then there is a list of things you’ll need to gather. One of these is usually a letter of recommendation, or multiple letters of recommendation. These tend to come from such people as your teacher, guidance counselor, or employer and are meant to […]
Let’s face it—some high school students are ready for college before that final bell rings on their senior year. This does not always have to do with intellect either. There are numerous reasons why an individual student might want to get into college faster than everyone else. The reasons range from athletics, to a pursuit […]
It’s a rite of passage for many young people, but that doesn’t make it easy. If you’re serious about preparing for the physical, mental and emotional challenges of college, here are just five tips for transitioning to the next stage of your life. 1. Learn How to Pack Packing is an art form, so take […]
Heading off to college is an exciting time of self-discovery and growing independence, and there’s a load of fun to be had in the process. College parties are the stuff of legends, and there’s very little doubt that you’ll be attending some around and off-campus. Here is your guide to navigating your first party at […]
Most college students have an idea of the amount of student loan debt that they have saddled themselves with in order to get through school, but the reality of paying it all back doesn’t hit them until the first payment becomes due. Having even a moderate amount of student loans to pay back soon after […]
While looking for a student apartment outside of campus can certainly be a stressful process, it’s also a process that can be made much easier so long as you get your priorities straight and know exactly what you need to look for. In this article, we will cover the top four things you need to […]
As you transition from a child under your parents’ wings to an independent adult, it becomes more important to balance school, work and your social life. However, this is not always an easy thing to do. Let’s take a look at some strategies that can help you do well in school and work without becoming […]
Parents have direct effects on kids and today, in this article, we’ll discuss those disturbing Parents’ habits which affect their children, who are students. The relation of parents and children is an unbreakable bond. It begins at the moment a child open his/her eyes, experiences a lovely touch of parents. Parents complete their kids, just […]