Tip 1: First Day of School (BTS series)

Hey beautifuls! Guess what time of year it is? Back-to-school time! And, because I love reading these almost as much as writing them, Ana and I decided to kick off our line of tips with a series of back-to-school themed posts!

JUST A NOTE: Today was mine and Ana’s first day of school, hence the delay in posting a tip. I am really sorry that it’s actually late Tuesday but I had homework (who knew?). I’ll do my very best to stay on schedule for the upcoming posts, I promise!

So without further ado, here is our first installment in our back-to-school series: Surviving the First Day of School!

✎ The Day Before

Do as much as you can so you don’t have to stress too much in the morning. It’s already difficult to get up so early since if you’re like me, you slept in the WHOLE summer (oops). The night before I start school I tend to shower, shave, pick out my outfit, pack a lunch, and pack my bag. Since the first day of school doesn’t usually require too many materials, all I usually pack is some paper in a binder, a planner to write down important information, pencils, food, and water.

✎ Tip #1: Smile

I’m not saying you should walk around like the Joker everyday, but if you smile at people in your classes or in the hallways, you’re more likely to make friends. Not only that, but I know that when I smile I tend to feel happier and more self-confident (even though I have some ugly braces).

✎ Tip #2: Be Yourself

This is literally the only thing my mom told me when I asked how to make friends. Just relax and act like you do around your other friends! If someone doesn’t like you or your attitude, they’re obviously not worth the time of day.

✎ Tip #3: Be Respectful

The first day of school is all about first impressions, especially if you’re starting at a new school. You only get one chance to make a first impression, so make it count. Instead of pissing the teacher off on the first day, try smiling and paying attention to what he or she has to say. They’re saying things to HELP you, not hurt you.

✎ Tip #4: It’s Just School

I don’t know about you, but I am so done getting all dressed up for the first day of school. Obviously I’m not going to wear sweatpants, but I’m not going to wear a fancy dress either. Dress nicely and do your hair… but not too much. Chances are you’ll be wearing sweats to school at some point, so why bother to try and impress people to the point where wearing sweats is unthinkable?

✎ Tip #5: Take A Deep Breath

Everything is going to be okay. If you mess up when playing “The Name Game” (like I did) just laugh it off. If you feel like you’re about to puke, just relax. Soon enough you’ll be so familiar with your school and peers that actually going to school will be so much more fun.

Okay, so that’s all I have for you today! I hope you enjoyed my little tip post… :) Feel free to reuse these tips, just be sure to give us credits! Also, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @twotimeslife, and tag your back-to-school related posts #ttlbts for the chance to have your post liked or commented on by us!

Love ya lots ♥︎

xoxo

- ash