well I didn't finish college and now after a five year hiatus, I'm going back in the fall and I am sooo nervous!!!!! I mean, I don't know if I think I won't do good or something but when I first decided to go back, I felt fine about then when I got on the phone with a different college I'm going to for some questions about registration, classes and such, I found myself a nervous wreck! Why am I so nervous? I been to school for 12 years plus 2 in college s it's not like I never been to school before. How do I deal with this extreme anxiety?
2007-07-02 08:49:09 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
It'll be okay. You only have a good ol' fashion case of School Nerves, which disappears when you receive your first assignment (probably in your first class!).
Change is often accompanied by stress and duress. But it's only school, and you're gonna' earn high grades and have a great time. People will look to you for direction because you're 'seasoned'. Lap it up.
Lucky duck, wish it were me. I'm going back one day, and build on this BA in Sociology.
Congratulations and remember to eat and sleep well.
2007-07-02 08:54:11 · answer #1 · answered by Zeera 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am going to be a junior in college and I always get a little nervous going back to school in the fall. It is totally natural. Just think that you've been through it. College is nothing new to you. You already know what to expect. Lots of people take some time off and then go to college. Dont worry about it and good luck!
2007-07-02 08:59:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I took about 5-6 years off from when I went to college for 2 years to when I started back... I had a highly different outlook this time though, but I was still nervous.... but you know, after the first couple hours of listening and taking notes... I settled into being bored and not taking notes and only half paying attention like I always did and it was like nothing changed(except now I do all my homework instead of sleeping).... just relax and go, in my experience if you give the effort, you have nothing to worry about.... when I left(ie failed out) my gpa was an outstanding 1.5 and in 2 years is now a 3.3 and I am almost done. Nothing to worry about, just go with the flow.h
2007-07-02 09:00:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The anxiety comes from the fact that you're doing something that's important to you, worthwhile and that involves the possibility of failure -- in other words, it's something really worth doing. I'd be more worried about you if you weren't feeling quite a bit of anxiety.
Ways to manage the anxiety (mostly common sense):
1. Cut back on or eliminate caffiene; ditto for alcohol
2. Healthy diet & exercise. Most colleges have workout facilities that range from pretty good to fantastic...you're paying for it, so use it! Oh, and get enough sleep.
3. Start off with either a lower class load, or by taking mostly classes that are easier or more enjoyable for you. This can help you get back up to speed academically, and also pad your GPA a little for when the tougher classes come along.
4. Breathe. When the anxiety level gets high, take time to tense and relax your neck & shoulder muscles, and to inhale and exhale deeply and slowly. Bring your pulse rate and blood pressure back down.
5. Find a study buddy (or two). They'll keep you honest about your study habits, help with learning, and help you to keep the perspective that your classes are challenging - but doable - for everyone, not just you.
6. When you're ruminating about all the things you need to do, write them down. Committing them to paper lets you drop them from your consciousness.
Good luck!
2007-07-02 09:03:32 · answer #4 · answered by edthespartan 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We sometimes get nervous over new situations. Trust me, though, you won't be the oldest person in the class, and college is a fun place where you meet new people and share ideas. You'll be fine - just calm down and relax.
P.S. I went back after 14 years and am now working on a bachelor's degree.
2007-07-02 08:53:22 · answer #5 · answered by nita5267 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it'll go just fine. Theres no reason for you to be nervousafter the many years that you HAVE been going to school. you are probably nervous that you won't do well. well, thats what the teachers and professors are there for. to teach you what you don't know. after a couple months, you'll get used to it just like the past years. it will be nothing new.
2007-07-02 09:01:41 · answer #6 · answered by Kim 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being nervous is normal. I coach people all the time about going back to school. One of the tools I use is to ask them to write about a recent challenge that they overcame. Nervousness is your mind and body making sure you are alert and ready. You have overcome this before. Make sure you have everything you need - make a list. Once you have all you need, and you have realized you have overcome challenges before, you are more apt to relax. You are ready!
And remember, it's normal to be nervous...it helps you prepare!
2007-07-02 09:00:00 · answer #7 · answered by lsdeluca 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After high school I went in the army for over 5 yrs then worked in the civilian sector for a few more before going to college the first time and then after that I waited a few years and went again. It is nerve racking but you will be fine.
2007-07-02 10:03:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why? Fear of the unknown. Fear of failure. Fear of change.
How to deal with it? Just wait! You'll get there, get into the swing of things, and forget you were ever nervous. I left school for 6 years, was nervous as hell, and that is what happened to me. Soon I was too busy to be nervous. I just got over it.
2007-07-02 08:52:33 · answer #9 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know how you should deal with it... But I even got nervous starting college
2007-07-02 08:51:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋