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Advice on starting fresh, from the experts at First30Days.com

ACHIEVING PEACE OVER NERVES

Here's an important question you've probably asked yourself: How do you get over that nervous rush of not knowing what the school year, or any new experience for that matter, will be like? Well, don't try to avoid the nerves. You need to acknowledge your nerves and emotions, too. That's what makes you human. read more

SET YOUR BALANCING ACT

Starting college? With this fresh start comes some newfound freedoms that require a higher level of maturity and responsibility. Unlike high school, you won't have someone checking in to make sure you finished your homework or studied for that big test. read more

SAYING GOODBYE

Making a move? The hardest part may be saying goodbye to friends. In order to make a healthy and positive transition, take an opportunity to spend some quality time with each of your closest friends. Sharing all your apprehension, reservations, excitement and enthusiasm will lighten your load. read more

GO EASY ON YOURSELF

What's one way you can feel less stressed and more hopeful? Don't put demands on yourself that are impossible to achieve. When you're trying to be perfect, you feel stressed. Instead, focus on doing what you can control. read more

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY

What if every fresh start you wanted to make had a trial period and an organization where you could go to "try it before you buy it"? That's a great fantasy, but maybe it could be a reality. If you're a senior and starting to think seriously about going to college next year, you can actually try out different jobs. read more

TALK, DON'T YELL

You will be amazed how you can get what you want and improve relationships with family members by just asking yourself one question. When your parents yell at you, do you listen? read more

START SPREADING THE NEWS

If you can make it in kindergarten, you can make it anywhere! Starting a new school may remind you of starting kindergarten, where you didn't know anyone and everywhere you went felt unfamiliar. read more

A SLIP IS CLOTHING, NOT WHAT YOUR GRADES SHOULD DO

Making a fresh start at college? You, your parents or some other generous individuals are paying big bucks for you to be where you are right now. You owe it to yourself – and to your future – to make studying a priority. read more

WHAT'S IT GONNA BE, BOY - YES OR NO?

Me? Ask him out? Not a chance. But what's the alternative—to tell a friend to tell his friend you like him? How totally sixth grade. Not that you should walk up and pop the question in front of the whole school. Try something a little less risky. read more

FACING UP TO BREAKING UP

Breaking up with someone is never easy, but hey, at least you're not the one being broken up with. Regardless of why you want to end it, have a heart and break the news gently. read more

SOCCER, BASKETBALL OR TENNIS ANYONE?

If you've been feeling a little down and out lately, try jumpstarting your brain into feeling better. All you have to do is try something new. read more

INDEPENDENT WOMAN

Tired of always begging your mom to buy you that new dress or asking your dad for a ride to the movies? If only you had some money of your own. With a full load of homework, after-school sports and an active social life, that doesn't leave much time to hold down a part-time job. read more