So a couple months ago I found out I had been selected to go to a international competition to represent my country in a sport I compete in (There are about 5 countries involved and this is for high school aged kids). Anyways it’s still in a couple of months and there are lots of things that could happen that prevent me from going before then. But anyways, let me get to the point, my family; Grandparents, parents etc. have been telling almost everyone, someone actually posted it on FB for all there friends to see, and I know they are just supporting me and are excited and all but I would rather just keep it between a small amount of people at least until it’s over, they know this but still they have to tell everyone about it which feels like there’s a lot more pressure on me and I still haven’t really meet the retirements to compete just yet.
Today I received a large unneeded amount of money from a long distance family member who does not own a lot of money, they gave it to me for being selected. I don’t want anything like this, this just makes me angry at my family for telling literally everybody and now i’m just starting to get really depressed and sick again.
I’m just so angry that they have to let everyone know without my permission on this.
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I totally get you! It shouldn’t have happened like this. I would be angry too. But hey, don’t get nervous, you do were selected despite anything that may happen next. Do feel proud you were, and don’t worry about things before things happen. If you can, save that money, and if you really don’t need it, but that person something with it. They will reject the money back, but wouldn’t be able to reject the thankyou gift. (Just an idea, I don’t really know much)
Don’t feel bad for what I am going to say: congrats (you did were selected after all) 🙂
I get why you’re angry. They have placed a huge weight on your shoulders. That must be nerve wrecking. I’m really sorry that this is making you depressed again. It’s the last thing you need. If anything, you should be happy and proud of yourself for such an achievement. Your family is proud of you and somehow can’t help but show off your achievements. They do that sometimes, even when you don’t want them to. What’s done is done. No use crying over spilt milk. Now, try to focus on the competition and doing your best there.
Congratulations for making it Lawli. 🙂