Being AP english students, we all carry around this idea of perfectionism. Although some of us may be more extreme than others, we all strive to get the best grade we can, and when we don’t, there is the immense guilt that wells up inside of us that eats us away as we grumble about how hard AP classes are. Being a student is hard in the sense that you are constantly carrying these high expectations of yourself. They can come from your parents, fellow students, or just from inner desire. It is hard to reach these goals, as perfection is something that is never reached.
Anne Quindlen uses the analogy of a backpack to illustrate this struggle that we carry. As students, it is very relatable to us. We have carried backpacks our whole academic career. I know personally that backpacks can hurt immensely when you try to fit your entire locker into them. It’s the same when you try to fit your life into a perfect backpack and carry it around as you walk. It’s necessary to drop out some of the items from your backpack. If you don’t, life can’t be fulfilled as much as it should be.
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