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Raise your hand if you have a Stanley water bottle. Does it signify your social status? Hydration, but make it fashion. Admit it. How many overpriced items have you thought of purchasing simply to “fit in”?

Sigh. Stress and strain will simply be a part of your life, whether you like it or not. Are you the type who improves under pressure, or do you feel like a 10-pound weight is on your shoulders when you are under pressure?

Does your school dictate what your child should wear? As someone once said: Shout-out to my school uniform for saving me from making terrible fashion choices in 9th grade. The bad hair, however, is on me. And we all know that sneakers speak louder than words.

Have you noticed how some friends make you feel boring, drab, and dry, while others make you feel interesting, entertaining, and engaging? They say the best part of procrastination is that you are never bored—you are always panicked at the last second. But seriously, in the company of some friends, your mind quickly fills with stories and jokes. With others, you experience yourself as dull and dreary, lacking excitement.

In my defense, the internet told me it was a good idea. Uh-oh. Just how guarded are you? Be honest, please. Do you immediately get defensive when she points out a flaw in your otherwise perfect character? Defensiveness is literally behind the failure of most friendships and relationships.

Do you know what motivates most of your behavior? Could it be that some of your actions and attitudes are ego-driven? Are you aware of when they emanate from your higher self? Are you even in touch with the essence of who you truly are?