Intro to Gifted: My Advice for Those Who Are New to Gifted

If you could give one piece of advice to a new gifted person, what would it be? What do you wish you had known from the beginning?
*Don't be afraid to make mistakes because you will learn from your mistakes and get better. - Elise
* Always remember just because you're gifted doesn't mean that you are perfect. - Jaxon
* Know that you DON'T have to be perfect. - Brynnleigh
* Never down grade yourself to try to fit in. - Orion
*That I'm not weird or crazy for being gifted. - Alice
* Don't believe the misconceptions of gifted students. - Will
* Be prepared for what other people are going to say about you & for extra work. - Harlyn
* You will make mistakes in GT and it will be ok. - Roman
* Be yourself and stay calm. - Adalyn
* You will not be good at everything and somethings will be hard. - Abe
* Befriend other gifted students and find friends who understand what you are going through. - Lizzie
* To have a growth mind set. - Joel
* You don't have to be perfect at everything because you are gifted. - Dayana
* Don't pressure yourself, follow your dreams and do your best! - Samuel
* GT means that you learn differently from other kids in a good way. - Naomie
* Don't be afraid to show your abilities because that's what makes you special. - Valentina