GRWM FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL (senior year)

Summary

This video script captures an authentic, relatable look at a day in the life of a young person balancing self-acceptance, online school, and personal routines. The narrator shares how they've grown into appreciating their own identity and now enjoy simple moments like trying new makeup and relaxing in comfy clothes. With a light, conversational tone, they detail their morning, from applying lipstick for the first time to preparing a nutritious smoothie and reflecting on their workload. The narrative highlights both the joy of self-care and the challenges of online education, creating an engaging blend of personal growth and everyday life.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker reflects on their personal growth and self-acceptance, moving away from wishing to be someone else to embracing who they are.
• 😀 They recently tried their first lipstick, MAC's 'Twig,' after being inspired by Sydney Sereno's TikTok, and shared their initial reaction to the product.
• 😀 The speaker enjoys being able to get ready for the day, even when there's no specific reason to do so, and finds joy in the process.
• 😀 Despite struggling with their hair after using too much heat protectant, they embrace imperfection and continue with their day.
• 😀 Comfort is prioritized over style, as the speaker opts for a cozy outfit (sweatpants and a thrifted hoodie) when staying home for online school.
• 😀 They express how wearing comfy clothes makes them feel more productive and comfortable while working from home.
• 😀 The speaker shares their smoothie recipe, which includes blueberries, a yellow fruit (like mango or pineapple), plant-based protein powder, and flax seeds, highlighting its 30 grams of protein.
• 😀 They mention using lemon juice or another tangy ingredient in their smoothie to add extra flavor.
• 😀 The speaker humorously discusses how getting ready took longer than expected, as they were enjoying a slow morning without rush.
• 😀 There is a sense of mild anxiety about the upcoming schoolwork, with the speaker feeling overwhelmed by the number of assignments and discussion posts to complete.

Q & A

What personal reflection does the speaker share at the beginning of the video?

The speaker reflects on how they used to compare themselves to others but have grown to love and accept who they are, reaching a point where they are comfortable being themselves.

Why did the speaker decide to buy their first lipstick?

The speaker was inspired by Sydney Sereno on TikTok, whose lips they admired, and decided to buy the MAC lipstick in the shade Twig after seeing it on her.

What was the speaker's initial reaction to trying the MAC lipstick?

The speaker found that the lipstick didn’t go on as smoothly as expected, so they added lip gloss to achieve a look they preferred.

What does the speaker mention about their hair in the video?

The speaker mentions that they applied too much heat protectant the previous day, which weighed their hair down, leading them to feel that it might not be their best hair day.

Why does the speaker choose not to get dressed up for the day?

Since the speaker is staying at home for online school and doesn’t have anywhere to go, they decide to stay in comfortable clothes instead of dressing up.

What is the speaker's opinion on getting dressed for productivity while working from home?

The speaker acknowledges that many suggest dressing up to feel motivated when working from home, but they personally feel more comfortable and productive in comfy clothes.

What outfit does the speaker end up wearing for the day?

The speaker chooses a gray quarter-zip sweatshirt from the men's section at Goodwill, paired with sweatpants from Brandy Melville, prioritizing comfort over style.

What does the speaker make for breakfast, and why do they like it?

The speaker makes a smoothie that contains blueberries, mango or pineapple, plant-based protein powder, flaxseeds, chia seeds, and lemon juice, which they describe as tasting amazing and packed with 30 grams of protein.

How does the speaker feel about the amount of work they have for school?

The speaker expresses feeling overwhelmed when looking at the number of assignments and discussion posts they have for school, but remains determined to push through.

What filming setup does the speaker mention in the video?

The speaker shares their filming setup, which includes lights, a mirror, and a makeup bag, giving a behind-the-scenes glimpse of their content creation space.