Problems

"Hey guys, I've got like a problem. U know that my friend and my other friend is fighting like cats and dogs. And they come and complain it to me. I don't know what to do. And they always say they wished they have never met each other. They used to be BFF 4 life. I hope you can solve my problem."

Dear Friend,

As a friend that they trust you should try and talk it out with the both of them. It is not worth ruining a great friendship like they have. Remind them of the good moments that they had before this BIG fight. Make them remember how wonderful this friendship was. Try your best to persuade them to take things slow. If they still don't want to be friends, try to make new friends and break out of their shell.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"I'm having problems with my boyfriend. He just told me that he has been smoking yesterday and we've been going out 5 months plus. How can I trust him again? He always lies."

Dear Friend,

Be the best friend and try to make him quit smoking. Tell him how much you despise smoking. If he doesn't alter his behaviour, he is not worth investing your energy in. Find someone who will treat you with dignity and respect. Besides that, if he can lie about smoking, he can lie about more things other than just smoking. His lying behaviour is designed to bring you down, and you deserve better. We hope we helped you. :)

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"I have a friend that I met last year. We were so close until we had a big fight. Beginning of the school year, we talk like usual, but suddenly the next week, the awkward silence begins, until now. Should I end our friendship?"

Dear Friend,

No friendship is meant to be ended. It seems like there is some sort of misunderstanding between you both. This is due to lack of communication. Although, we're not sure what was the big fight all about, it is not worth ruining your friendship. Try calling or talking to her. Identify the cause of this tension and what to do next. That's the best way to solve an argument. Also, never give up on your friends.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"I wrote this letter because I went for the PRS Interview, it really made me nervous to go through it or not. But, my main reason for writing this to tell you that I have a big problem which is I go through a lot of stress and my parents do not take care of me. But, the only person in my family that always cares for me is only my sister. My one and only sister. Her name is ______."

Dear Friend,

There is no reason for you to be under this much of stress. What is the cause of this stress? Since you have a very caring sister, you should talk to her about it. It would really help. Or, find something else to keep your mind of it like a new hobby. Write you problem down, listen to some music, or get busy. About your parents, what do you mean they don't take care of you? Be more specific next time when writing your letter so we can help you better. :)

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"Hi, I have a problem. My problem is that I have Interact and Cheer on Monday and it is at the same time. Therefore, it clashes. I really want to be active in both activities. So how am I suppose to attend the activities? Please reply me. ASAP. Thanks."

Dear Friend,

We see that you are passionate about both Interact and Cheer. What we recommend you to do is, approach both of Interact and Cheer Club Presidents and inquire if you could attend meetings an alternate weeks. Say, this week you attend cheer, next week you'll be at Interact. Remember that all clubs and societies need effort and cooperation from ALL members, so you'll have to promise your clubs that you'll give them your everything despite having to miss alternate meetings. You'll have to train twice as hard for Cheer and put in double the effort for Interact to keep up with the club activities. It's not gonna be a walk in the park, but if you're really passionate for the two clubs, you'll make it. But, please please remember not to spread yourself too thin and when you feel you're had enough, cut down on your activities. At the end of the day, it is only worth it if you've enjoyed yourself.

To summarise everything we have told you, mainly you should reach a compromise with the President of both two clubs. Be fair to both clubs. If it doesn't workout, please don't hesitate to write to us again.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"I'm torn between Japanese and Interact. What should I do? Japanese is boring but Interact is demanding. TOO MUCH HOMEWORK! WHAT TO DO!"

Dear Friend,

If you find Japanese uninteresting, don't force yourself to attend classes. It is unfair to both you and your teacher if you attend classes against your will. When you get involve in something you have interest it, it won't feel like such a chore to attend classes/meetings. Also, even if Interact is demanding, it is all worthwhile being in at the end of the day. You can get a good CGPA score.

Now, about your homework. It's all about managing your time. Create a schedule and make sure you follow it. Homework is a part of growing up because it prepares us for our future. One more thing, don't look at things like a chore, look at it as something positive and fun.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

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Happy Chinese New Year!

Problems

"Hey, I'm in form 2, and I need some help and advice. I'm struggling in my homework!! What do I do?"

Dear Friend,

If you mean you're struggling with your homework as in you can't seem to find time to do your homework, we recommend you to make a schedule of when to do and what homework. MAKE SURE YOU STICK TO IT! This is when self-discipline comes in.

BUT, if you mean you have trouble understanding your homework/assignments, you could always approach a classmate or a friend to help you out. We PRS-es would love to help should you need help with homework. Look for a PRS who is in your Form. Don't hesitate to ask for assistance from a teacher or friend should you need any.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"I don't have enough time to do my homework. Sometimes I have too much of homework or sometimes I don't have any homework. When I don't have any homework I will be free and when I have homework I don't get a chance to sit and talk to my family members. I hope you PRS-es help me on my problem soon. Thank you."

Dear Friend,

It's all time allocation, honey. For when you are busy with homework, plan a schedule of when to do what homework/assignment. Your family will understand that you'll be busy with homework, but take opportunities like during dinner to chat with your family. Also, don't forget the weekends, you can catch up with them then.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

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Problems

"I have too many problems in my house. My parents have not been talking to me for 2 weeks and I feel very bad. Besides, I'm the only one in the family. If they do not speak to me, then who's gonna speak to me? The problem is, I showed my anger to my mum by throwing the plate to her. Will she forgive me?"

Dear Friend,

Family is the most important thing in the whole wide world especially parents. Plus, you are the only child that they have. To be honest, it is your fault and you should make the first move to apologize. You can create a card written 'SORRY', give it to her and hug her. Or be direct and just come out and apologize. Tell your mother how sorry you are and that you miss her a lot. We are sure she will forgive you, but you have to promise yourself to not repeat the same mistake again. Remember, your parents are the ones who took care of you since you were little. Be good to them and always respect them. Good luck!

We would also suggest you to approach our school counsellor in the Counselling Room (above the Staff Room in Block A) about your problem. We are here to help you help yourself.

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Problems

"Hye PRS-es :)
I have a problem, a big problem :S So let's start, I am into shopping, like seriously. Last time, I go shopping every week. That's the only thing that makes me happy but now my parents need to cut my spending since they have to send my sister off to study abroad. I am so stressed. I miss shopping. :( HELP ME dear PRS-es!"

Dear friend,

Relax .... Your problem is not really a big problem. Who doesn't love shopping? As a girl, it's normal, but shopping every week is kinda overboard. Maybe as a student, you don't know how important money is. You can avoid shopping by finding a new hobby that does not need money. We suggest dancing, surfing the internet or even drawing. If you can't find any new interesting hobby, you can still go shopping but this time you should write down why you should buy that? Are you going to need it? Is it worth it? Am I gonna wear it? So that, you'll think first before buying something. And also, you must think about your sister, she needs more money than you do at this time. Remember, education is worth spending on too. :)

Love,
PRS SRI AMAN

Masalah

"I nak beli phone baru, coz my phone takde bluetooth, ada infrared je. I nak handphone lain, yang ada bluetooth, 3G and yang hebat-hebat lah. Tapi, my mom and my sis cakap, "Kau kecik lagi, jangan nak menggedik." Arghh, tolonglah. " :(

Kepada sahabatku,

Kami memahami perasaan anda kerana kami juga pernah melalui perkara yang sama. Tetapi, cuba anda fikirkan mengapa anda sangat memerlukan handphone baru? Adakah kerana kawan-kawan anda memakai handphone yang canggih jadi anda juga mahu begitu? Jika anda terlalu inginkan handphone baru, anda boleh memintanya sebagai hadiah hari lahir ataupun hadiah jika anda berjaya mendapat keputusan yang baik dalam peperiksaan. Jika ibu bapa anda masih tidak mahu memberikannya sebagai hadiah, anda boleh mengumpul wang anda dan meminta ibu bapa anda menambah yang selebihnya untuk memiliki handphone baru. Ataupun, anda boleh mengumpulkan wang sendiri sehingga cukup. Selamat berjaya =)

Daripada,
PRS Sri Aman

Problems

"I'm not good in science and maths! How?"
"I not quite good in maths and science. How?"

Dear Friend,

We can't lie that Maths and Science are the important subjects and that they are quite hard to do at times. Here are some tips to be excellent in Maths and Science:

• Give 101% attention to your teacher while she's teaching. Don't feel ashamed to ask anything that you didn't understand.
• Do all your homework given and ask your friend or your teacher if you don't know how to do it.
• Have a study group with your friends. Make sure there are at least 4 people in a group. It doesn't work if there is too many people.
• Do a lot of exercise especially in Mathematics.
• Attend tuition classes.
• Make your own mini-notes so that you can read it anytime, anywhere and whenever you're free.

We hope that we helped you with your problem. Just try your very best. GOOD LUCK!

Love,
PRS Sri Aman

Problems

"Sometimes i feel as if my family underestimates me. Just this morning, my mother who always hated that my other family members say i'm irresponsible, called me the most irresponsible and lazy girl she's ever met. She didn't realize how much that hurt my feelings. All i asked was if i could go out with my friends and she answered harshly with that. I don't know what i did."

Dear friend,

We all know how it feels to be underestimated by our family members, and yes, it hurts. Remember though that there are always two sides to a story. Your mother could be under a lot of stress and was looking for help cleaning the house that day, maybe you approached her at a bad time. If you want to know what you did wrong to receive such treatment from her, sit her down and ask her gently, why she called you that and what prompted her to call you that? Once you get the answer, use it as something to work on for the next time you want to ask her a question such as whether or not you're allowed to go out with your friends and what not.

As for your other family members, maybe during dinner, when everyone is in a relatively good mood, you could bring up the fact that you don't like being underestimated and underappreciated in the household, and that you feel as though you deserve better treatment from everyone around you. Explain to them how you feel when they call you things like "irresponsible" and "lazy" and tell them that it hurts you to hear that from the people you love most.

Love,

PRS Sri Aman