I drive for attention at school and I am starting to freak out when no one is paying attention to me
Hiya 😊 It's normal to crave attention, but it's important to remember that there are healthy ways to get it and to balance out how much you need it.
You could try to...
- get involved in activities where attention isn't disruptive, like drama or dance clubs or gymnastics
- show kindness to others so they appreciate what you're doing
- be quietly confident in who you are and what you're doing, without needing validation from others
Remember, the best kind of attention comes from making a positive impact. So don't worry if you're not always the centre of attention – it's okay and important to have quiet moments too. This helps others have the spotlight too, which is an important thing to do.
If you're really struggling, you could always speak to a parent, teacher or pastoral care and ask for some advice on what you could do when you're struggling with not getting attention – they are there to help you and will have some great advice to share 🌟
Take care 🫶
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