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These negative thoughts would overwhelm him sometimes, and he would become miserable.
One day, while Rahul was reading a book, he stumbled upon a passage that would change
his life. It read: “If you think you will lose, you are lost, for out in the world we find, success
begins with a person's will. It is all in the state of mind.” These words resonated with him,

and he decided to change his mindset.

These words became a mantra for Rahul. Whenever his fear of failure threatened to
overwhelm him, he would recite these lines and harness the power of positivity. He worked

hard, stayed focussed, and maintained a positive outlook on his studies and extracurricular
activities. 1. Precedence : Important

Finally, the much-awaited annual day arrived. The principal announced Rahul as the winner 2. Manifest : Beneficial
of the 'All-Rounder Award'. Nervously, he went on the stage when his name was called. 3. Coping Mechanism : Self respect

His eyes filled with tears of joy and pride when he received the award from the principal. 4. Substance Abuse : Determined
His hard work, along with his positivity and determination, had finally paid off. 5. Palpable : Intense

If you were in Rahul's place, what would you have done to overcome your low
self-confidence?

1. _________________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________________

4. _________________________________________________________

5. _________________________________________________________

Reflection Centre

Emotions play a significant role in our lives. We experience various feelings daily, such

as happiness, sadness, excitement, and anger. For instance, we might feel delighted when
we receive a surprise gift, but also sad or frustrated when we do poorly on a test. These

emotions help shape our identities and influence how we perceive the world.

Our emotions can change quickly. Negative feelings do not last forever; we do not have to

be stuck with them. While some people are naturally optimistic and focus on the positives,
others may become frustrated in tough situations. The good news is that we can choose

how to react. For example, if we get upset over a bad grade, we can use that as motivation
to improve next time.

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