My answer? YES, very much. Some older students feel negative about themselves - - they don't believe in themselves. So much time has gone by since they were last in school that they doubt if they can keep up with other students. This attitude can hold them back.

Some ways to help with this problem are to get positive feedback from others, such as friends or family. If that kind of help is not available, older students can provide it for themselves.

One way of doing this is to substitute a positive thought (an affirmation) for every negative one they have. They are then affirming that they CAN do it.

More ways to be positive - can they help you personally?

Another big yes. And here are some good ideas. One other way of being positive is to reward yourself for every step forward.

And think about the future - what you are working to achieve. You can imagine what your life will be like after school is done - - will this mean a bigger paycheck? More respect? Maybe a down payment on a new house?

A better education can mean these things and a lot more. You may even want to make a list or a bulletin board decorated with words and pictures that mean something to you to help you stay motivated.

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