I have changed a lot these past couple of months. During high school, I would usually put in the minimum amount of effort and wait until the last minute to do my work. It always worked, so I only actually worked hard if the assignment or project was fun. This year, I discovered that I could not slack off. There are so many projects and assignments I have to do at the same time, there was no way I could wait until the last minute. So I had to start doing work whenever I could in order to get everything done on time. I have sacrificed some of the fun things I like to do, but most of the time, I’m actually okay with it because I like the work I’m doing. Every project we’ve done so far has been fun for me, so I’ve already had an incentive to do it right.

I’ve been to every class except one because I forgot to set an alarm. It was a mistake that I will not repeat because I actually want to be here. I enjoy class and I know it’s important for my education an I have learned a lot. I have applied what I’ve learned to VISU projects and even projects in other classes.

I have challenged myself, though I admit, not nearly enough. I have changed my ways, but I still haven’t pushed myself as hard as I could have on some assignments. I’m still used to being lazy about school which is a horrible habit that I’m trying really hard to break. I’m getting better though. The projects we’ve done have already pushed me out of my comfort zone so I had to put in extra effort anyways. I have done all the assignments on time as well.

Giving good feedback is difficult for me because I’m not entirely confident in my own abilities. I try to be as helpful as possible though by giving advice or praise when I do see it. When others critique my work, I listen. I will take their advice and fix what is wrong in order to make it better. Overall, I’m very happy with the changes I’ve made in myself and my work this semester.