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How can you support yourself as a gifted student?

*Self-awareness is extremely important for a gifted student.  What is self-awareness?  See the video for details.*

DO

  • Take steps to solve problems. Request assistance from a trusted friend or adult,

  • When given an assignment, create a plan for how you will complete the task and give yourself a deadline before the assignment is actually due.

  • If you have trouble making friends, invite someone to share an activity you may both enjoy.

  • Find a way to express your emotions such as journaling, physical activity, artistic expression, or another hobby you may enjoy.

  • Engage in community service in order to boost your self-esteem and help others.

  • Be kind to yourself and understand that everybody makes mistakes. Take risks and know that it is okay to fail because you will grow from the experience.

Avoid

  • worrying

  • wishful thinking

  • procrastination

  • isolating yourself

  • self-criticism

  • perfectionism

What else can you do?

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Be Your Own Advocate!

No one knows you better than you do.  Being your own advocate can provide the best solutions to any problems you may be facing at school.  How can you advocate for yourself?

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●Be a problem solver.  If you have an issue you are facing, create a solution and present it to your teacher or parent in a respectful manner.

●Find someone who can help you.  If you feel sad, angry, or upset often seek out your school guidance counselor or psychologist.

●Know yourself.  Try to have self-awareness.  Are you a perfectionist?  Are you disorganized?  Understand that everyone has something they would like to improve.  Figure out your area and research how to make it better.

●Fore more information on self-advocacy visit: http://www.davidsongifted.org/db/Articles_id_10849.aspx

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