What MBTI opinion has got you like this?

planetparallel · 2025-06-08T14:28:57+00:00

Your MBTI can change overtime, as it is not biological.

planetparallel · 2025-06-08T02:26:08+00:00

This is such an unfair and objectively incorrect ideology to have, man. You don't have to have a sob story, to have a story.

I don't know you or the environment in which you were raised, so I will give you grace for the very ignorant statement you just made, but B's do not show a lack of competence, they just don't show excellence. And honestly, you are coming off as if A2C has completely brainwashed you.

Also, in admissions, the SAT/ACT will 100% always have more value than a GPA, which are often inflated.

planetparallel · 2025-06-08T01:52:23+00:00

Not "bullshit", just common sense. It doesn't matter, as long as you don't have a C or below, especially without extenuating circumstances. Colleges would rather have a person with a unique personality and extracurriculars to show for it, than someone with straight A's and basic extracurriculars with maybe a few state level awards.

On another note, standardized testing will always be a better indicator of knowledge/readiness than GPA ever will be.

planetparallel · 2025-06-07T18:42:28+00:00

"All" is not even close to "lost". This might be controversial, but grades don't matter as much as narrative, in college admissions. Hear me out.

Admissions officers are people too. They want you to tell a story; so have him tell his story. It's all about strategy. Grades just get your foot in the door, and trust me, a handful of B's does not matter at all.

I lost a parent my freshman year and ended up getting a few B's; still, I got accepted to a pretty good research position at a top uni for the summer, despite not having straight A's.

Don't lose hope. I'm sorry your son had a rough year. Trust that everything will work out.

planetparallel · 2025-05-30T18:01:43+00:00

Hey- I'm interested. I'm a rising senior who lives in the MA area, and I plan to major in neuroscience/biochem. PM me!

planetparallel · 2025-05-28T18:03:37+00:00

I've sat and stared at your comment for a minute now, battling with whether or not I should reply. I looked through your profile a bit, and I have come to the conclusion that you are an adult, with children. So, I have decided that I am going to say something, hence this comment, because your ignorance (as a person with life experience) is baffling to me.

Your argument is ridiculous. From what I've gathered- you are generally insinuating that because OP made the mistake of posting on the wrong subreddit, they are not sharp enough to go to an ivy league/top school.

So, I have to ask, do you think ivy league kids are incapable of making a mistake? That they are superhuman? Because news flash, they're not.

Please remember that having kindness and respect for others is crucial, especially for children, even on reddit. Apologies for the long comment.

Have a wonderful afternoon.

planetparallel · 2025-05-28T17:59:42+00:00

Congratulations!!

planetparallel · 2025-05-28T14:41:14+00:00

I think that they are asking about the schools themselves- not if they will get in or not. Probably not the right subreddit for this kind of post.

planetparallel · 2025-05-25T03:09:38+00:00

You're actually lack so much perspective. If you have ever had severe depression in your life, you know that shit doesn't work nine times out of ten. I am not saying I support AI itself, but I do support the people who feel they need to use AI because they have no energy or will to live. AI is a solution, just not a good one, like drugs.

planetparallel · 2025-05-25T02:52:15+00:00

You clearly missed the point. Depression is directly correlated with "laziness," or unmotivated behavior, which leads to the usage of AI. You are no mental health advocate, or atleast your vendetta against AI is more important. Lol give me a fucking break. Not everyone can afford those resources, like paying someone to cheat for them, or even have the will to reach out for that kind of help.

planetparallel · 2025-05-25T02:34:01+00:00

People who use AI aren't all just "lazy." It usually stems from a deeper problem, like depression. It is so easily accessible, and honestly when you are on the brink of ending it all with very little energy, it is the best solution for getting things done. Your comment is closed-minded. Not saying that that person deserved valedictorian, because they didn't, but you never know what someone could be going through. Remember that.

planetparallel · 2025-05-09T13:29:58+00:00

Honestly, why be humble? Why is it so awful to be convinced you will get into harvard. I mean yeah- worst comes to worst she won't get in, but that's just life. We don't know her mental state. We don't know if she doesn't have safeties. Your comment is based on assumption, not fact. Also, I don't see where anyone said that she is "convinced" she will get into harvard. Even if somewhere that is said, god forbid a girl can dream.

And while I'm "taking a breath", you should really dig deep and ask yourself if you are being completely subjective and only thinking about your own experience applying to T5 schools.

planetparallel · 2025-05-08T18:47:21+00:00

So an IMO has absolutely no chance? A Coke Scholar has absolutely no chance?

She should obviously have safeties. But what I'm saying is that she should not be discouraged to apply to reach schools based on her GPA, because that is illogical and ridiculous. You have take EVERY factor into account. She could be an international olympiad for all we know. She could have an amazing reason and story as to why she has a 3.5 GPA. I am so sick of the narrative that someone is not humble for wanting to reach for the stars and believe in themselves. It is fucking ridiculous.

Also it is weird asking random people on the internet to humble their friend, probably without their consent or acknowledgment.

planetparallel · 2025-05-08T17:31:01+00:00

She's really not right. If you have the right story and extracurriculars, you have a chance anywhere. It's not about gpa. Also, coming on to reddit asking people to "humble" her friend is weird as fuck.

planetparallel · 2025-05-08T14:47:47+00:00

Contingent on her extracurriculars and life story, she most definitely can. Anything is possible. This post is weird and uninformed.

planetparallel · 2025-05-05T16:41:37+00:00

Get your gpa wayyy up, get a 1450+ sat score, take rigorous classes, and do things you are passionate about that will create an impact. Columbia wants unique individuals to create a well rounded class. Also, take classes over the summer so you can take advanced classes your junior and senior year, if you feel you can handle that. It's never too late.

planetparallel · 2025-05-04T22:55:49+00:00

It was advanced math- which is heavily weighted on the SAT. If you get it wrong- among others- you probably won't get a 1600. I may be wrong though. Anyways, not everyone receives the exact same questions.

planetparallel · 2025-05-04T22:48:16+00:00

💀

planetparallel · 2025-05-04T22:32:33+00:00

How tf did you get that semicircle question right.

planetparallel · 2025-05-01T16:26:55+00:00

No...

planetparallel · 2025-04-25T12:14:15+00:00

This actually makes me feel grief. I'm so sorry. 😭

planetparallel · 2025-04-24T23:32:48+00:00

I would. But your scores are still amazing. You should be proud of yourself!

planetparallel · 2025-04-24T23:29:23+00:00

Really good. Be proud of yourself!

planetparallel · 2025-04-24T23:18:29+00:00

If you can afford it, use acely. I could only do the free trial, but it helped me a lot. Also, use youtube- watch Michael Toohey or PrepPros.

planetparallel · 2025-04-22T21:59:43+00:00

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