Dear Jazzy –
My mother says I’m a loser because I’m late for school a lot. But I’m too tired in the morning and can’t get up when the alarm rings. What should I do?
Late Loser
Dear Late Loser,
YOU’RE NOT A LOSER! But what you need to do is plan your day correctly so you’re not too tired in the mornings and you can get to school on time. If you’re late to school a lot, it looks bad on your transcript and colleges don’t like that. So just plan your days a little lighter and get everything done on time so you have enough time to get some sleep.
Jazzy
More advice for Later Loser…
Either wake up earlier or go to sleep a little earlier…….try it.
Dottie Bradshaw
Dear Conflicted Sophomore,
I can understand that you want to be with your boyfriend and his family but you also have to remember your family, especially during the holidays. Family is always on top of the list because they will always be with you. The only advice I can give you is maybe instead of being with your boyfriend for Christmas, you could go to his house on the 24th and spend Christmas with your family. That way everyone is happy.
Signed, Peace
Dear Conflicted Sophomore,
I think you should try to share your time. Maybe in the morning you can spend Christmas with your family, but in the evening you can spend time with his family. Just tell your mother that you would like to share your time and that you’re not trying to be selfish.
Titziana James