Change can come in many different forms, such as changes in someone’s personal life, family, school, society and more as time goes by. What some people don’t notice is that change is never really talked about in everyday life because change can either be good or scary. Some people may ignore the changes that happen around us because it can be scary or overwhelming. There have been many changes within our world, and it goes by people every day. A major change since the 2000s has been the development of new technologies that did not exist before our generation. Technology has changed our world in a good way, but others may see technology as a dangerous change due to the loss of jobs taken over by AI, and it is very easy to access private info and hack.
With technology, change comes within our society and the world around us. A major change that has happened recently in our world is the war in Iran, which has taken a toll on the economy. Gas prices have been heavily impacted due to the war, and this major change has been making a huge impact not only on the world but on our NDB community.
As graduation comes up for this year’s seniors, they begin to think about a major change in their lives: college. Seniors are now ready to head off to their new school and a new major milestone in their lives, which is a very big change for them all. Finding the perfect major and minor is a huge part of the college process and changing your major is another one, too.
With so many constant changes happening, it becomes easy for people to feel overwhelmed or even numb to it all. The fast-paced news cycle, filled with war, politics, celebrity drama and economic updates, makes change feel normal instead of something worth slowing down and talking about. At school, students experience change every day, whether that comes from academic pressure, friendships shifting or preparing for life after high school. But in the end, these moments are often brushed off as just “part of growing up.” Because of this, people rarely take the time to reflect on how these changes actually affect them mentally and emotionally.
In the end, change is something that connects everyone, no matter their age or background, yet it remains one of the least talked-about parts of everyday life. Whether it’s global events, technological advancements or personal milestones like going to college, change shapes who people are and who they are still becoming. By having more open conversations about change, people can better understand their experiences and support each other through uncertainty. Instead of ignoring it, acknowledging change can make it feel less overwhelming and more like a natural part of life that everyone is learning to navigate together.
