The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque
The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque
The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque
Challenging myself to step outside my comfort zone and take risks

For the first time

Anushka De, News Editor • May 22, 2020
Step one in my journey to becoming a braver person
Searching for my lost passion for soccer

Soccer: a long lost love

Anushka De, News Editor • May 22, 2020
Facing the reality of my relationship with soccer
Auditioning for the MV Bhangra team to face my fear of humiliation

I don’t dance

Anushka De, News Editor • May 22, 2020
Facing my fear of humiliating myself through Bhangra
Forgiving myself when I am unable to meet my own expectations

Being kinder

Anushka De, News Editor • May 22, 2020
My journey to being kinder to myself when I am unable to meet my goals
My tendency to overthink has led me to develop a fear of never belonging amongst my friends

Overthinking

Anushka De, News Editor • April 11, 2020
Facing my fear of not belonging
My best friend, Nika Zamani, who inspires me to be courageous everyday

Courage of the Stars

Anushka De, News Editor • April 1, 2020
The story of the bravest person I’ve ever met
Being Brave: This monthly column explores bravery and this month's topic is facing my fear of contradicting others and speaking with authority.

Taking inspiration from the saying ‘Well behaved women rarely make history’

Anushka De, News Editor • February 2, 2020
My journey to finding the courage to stand by my values and lift my voice
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