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Ask Choices: Your Burning Questions, Answered
How Can I Try Something New?
Dear Choices,
I’ve been doing the same sports and extracurriculars for years. I watch the same shows and listen to the same music every day. I’m bored! How can I break out of my comfort zone?
Signed, Ready for Something New in Rhode Island
Dear Ready,
It’s easy to get into a rut when it comes to activities. It might feel scary to do something you’ve never done before, but it’s totally worth it. Try these steps to expand your horizons.
Love, Choices
1. Join Something
Join a club or take a class to learn a sport or an instrument you’ve never played.
2. Ask Someone
Ask a sibling, parent, teacher, or coach for music, movie, and TV recommendations.
3. Watch Something
Watch cooking, crafting, or dance videos on YouTube to find a new hobby.
verb:
emphasized
Question: In what other ways could the college search and application process be more difficult if you’re the first in your family to go to college?
Question: Why can it be important to ask for help when trying to reach your goals?
Question: What are some actions you could take to make sure you don’t lose sight of future goals?
FYI: In the 2011-2012 academic year, 34% of undergrads were the first in their families to go to college.
FYI: Students who go to technical schools—also called vocational schools—take classes and complete training that prepares them for a specific job, such as to be an automotive mechanic, chef, or cosmetologist.
adverb:
seemingly incapable of tiring
noun:
continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition
to change direction or course
to a high degree
FYI: First-generation college students take out student loans in higher amounts than students who have parents that went to college. They also take out student loans more often.