By Madeline S .
A speed bump is used to make sure cars are not going too fast . A wall can force a car to end its journey . Unfortunately , many students see disappointing grades as walls preventing them from continuing along their academic interstate . However , there are some ways to stay motivated and use them to help you .
... th er e ar e som e w ay s to stay m oti vated ...
mistakes overshadow the successes . Give yourself some credit for the correct work you did .
3 . Try to learn from your mistakes .
Disappointment can be an amazing teacher . Reviewing feedback and applying lessons learned helps you grow more than doing really well in the first place . If you need help with
this , your teachers are always there for you .
1 . Take a break if needed .
Oftentimes , receiving a disappointing grade can feel overwhelming at first . So , if you need it , step away and take a break . Go for a walk , enjoy a beverage , or go play with your pet . Once you are calm , you can deal with the grade more efficiently .
.... a d i sap p oi n ti n g gr ad e can f eel over w h el m i n g at f i r st . So , ... step aw ay an d tak e a br eak .
2 . Be proud of the things you did well .
If you received some positive feedback on a paper or got some questions right on a quiz , then be proud of that ! Do not let the
4 . Remember that our disappointments do not define us .
What we do in this world does not determine self-worth . Our worth comes from
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