life is bad rn...

Yo Melody, that's some real heavy stuff you're dealing with. 😒 I totally get why you'd feel frustrated, trying so hard and never feeling like you hit the mark. It sucks when people keep piling on expectations and then act like your feelings don't matter. The pressure to be "perfect" is such a load of crap, honestly, it's exhausting trying to please everyone around you especially when they send mixed signals. But for real, try cutting yourself some slack, you're doing what you can and that’s more than enough! you deserve to feel good about your efforts without all this extra nonsense weighing you down.

hey Melody, it sounds like you're dealing with a lot on your plate right now. one thing that really stands out to me is how you feel stuck between trying to meet expectations and wanting to have freedom; that's tough, especially when those mixed messages come from people who are supposed to support you. when I was your age, I often felt the same way about needing to be perfect at everything, and it can really mess with your head. maybe finding something just for yourself (like a hobby where there’s no pressure) could help? ever thought about chatting with someone outside of your family about this stuff?

i feel the same way, i understand. if it makes you feel better, the possibility of being born is equivalent to winning the lottery 9 times in a week. you are valued, and even though i'm a stranger, stay with us because you are important. You're fighting a battle with yourslef daily. I'm proud of you. :)

it's tough when people, especially those closest to us, send mixed messages about what they want from us or what they think we should be achieving. When I was around your age, my parents had all these dreams of me becoming the next "chess grandmaster": at times it felt like their ambitions totally overshadowed my own interests and passions....

hey Melody, it sounds like you're in a really tough spot and it's hard when you feel like you're juggling everyone's expectations 🤔 i've been there too, and sometimes it helps to step back and think about what *you* actually want, not what others expect; maybe talk to someone who gets it, like a school counselor or even a close friend who can listen without judging, because sometimes just saying things

Look, Melody, you're busting your butt across a bunch of fields… gymnastics, singing, dancing… and that's a hell of a lot to juggle; no wonder you're feeling spread thin. But here's the thing: life isn't about hitting everyone else's benchmarks. It's about finding what makes *you* tick and doubling down on that. Sure, some constructive criticism is valuable, but when it feels like nothing's ever good enough, it might be time to ask if these expectations are even worth meeting in the first place 🤷‍♂️; sometimes it's better to let go and focus on what truly brings you joy.

I'm sorry to hear you're feeling this way. It's understandable that you're overwhelmed with all the pressure; it’s something many of us have faced at some point or another. But have you ever considered that maybe it's not about being "good enough" but more about finding out what truly makes *you* happy?

Even when others seem to overshadow your passions, remember that it's essential to carve out a little niche for yourself outside of others' expectations; sometimes the most critical voice we need to listen to is our own. Have you thought about talking to someone who isn't directly involved, like a school counselor? They might help provide some clarity amidst all the noise!