I am positive i chose the right college, I absolutely love it and i got an AMAZING scholarship. But lately i have been having second thoughts, like maybe I should wait a year before going and travel, or work, or volunteer locally. Like REALLY nervous, I don't know why. Is it normal for 6 weeks before you leave for college to be worried and not wanting to go anymore?
2007-07-02 16:27:22 · 12 answers · asked by ghc5417 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Are you the kind of person to second guess yourself? Of course it is OK to be nervous. I was nervous all the way into my freshman year, when I called home crying. My mom said what's wrong? I said I could not imagine paying back all that money. She said, "Honey, if we all waited until we could afford things, I never would have had you!"
She made me feel better, and that is what I would like to do for you.
Breathe, relax, breathe again. You can do this and will have a FABULOUS time away at college. I called it the four-year vacation I paid for for ten years.
There is nothing like it in the whole world, and it is an experience to treasure for the rest of your life.
And by the way, you will have the rest of your life to volunteer, travel and work. But these are the only four years you can go away without any other responsibilities.
Have fun!
2007-07-02 16:32:51 · answer #1 · answered by njspanteach 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, what you are experiencing is called cognitive dissonance or buyer's remorse; it is when by making a major decision you have to give up other options. Know that this doesn't mean that you have made a bad decision - it just comes with the territory. It is a lot like pre-wedding jitters, and will go away as soon as you start school. You have a lot of major things happening in your life right now - graduation, moving away, starting something new - and anxiety is the normal reaction. It sounds like you already made a good choice. Live with the uncertainty for a while longer, and it should all work out well once school starts.
2007-07-02 16:45:21 · answer #2 · answered by neniaf 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't get cold feet on me now. You've gone so far, dont give up the race before having run in it. I have a sister who quit college for a year and she never had the chance to go back.
Go to college, set the second thoughts aside, and go work for your future! You will never regret having a college degree, but you will be devastated at having wasted the opportunity to get one.
2007-07-02 16:54:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you are going to work out new feces? What the **** sort of school do you pass to? yet in all seriousness, i began out up lower back this week to, and that i'm additionally beginning my 0.33 365 days, and yea, i replaced into nervous too. i've got in no way not been nervous going lower back to college.
2016-09-28 23:24:32 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is totally normal to be nervous for college, especially if you're going to be going to a school far from home. you'll be leaving what is "comfortable" and starting a new life. i went through the same thing. just remember that you're not the only person going through that...a lot of your friends are too. also, your RA/CA (resident/community assistant) will be there to help you get comfortable with your new life. and i'm sure your parents will be there to tell you everything will be okay. make sure you get them to send care packages...just little things like homemade cookies or a picture of your pet. stuff like that.
if you have anymore questions about getting ready for school, please don't hesitate to email/im and ask! :):):)
good luck! i'm sure you'll be fine. :)
2007-07-02 16:37:23 · answer #5 · answered by *amanda* 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yea its ok to be nervous i remember when i was nervous the first day of school each yr. hopefully ur social and making new friends. if you got a sholarship then dont be nervous at least you dont have money to worry about . i hope i helped u
2007-07-02 16:32:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Judging by the reactions of college-bound students who post on here with pre-college jitters, I think your reaction is very normal. Just another rite-of-passage which typically includes fear and nerves.
2007-07-02 16:33:26 · answer #7 · answered by Paulina R 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
of course its perfectly normal to be nervous about college because ur in a new place and a new environment and everything is different dont be scared
2007-07-02 16:34:25 · answer #8 · answered by Manrae 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its totally normal to be nervous! when you think about it who doesnt feel nervous?? it will be the biggest thrill of your life i promise you because its your first time to be out on your own and be independant! :) if you do go i hope you have an awesome time!!!
2007-07-02 16:31:58 · answer #9 · answered by hOm!3~dUd3 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes because it is a dramatic change in your life and it maybe your first time away from home.
2007-07-02 16:31:21 · answer #10 · answered by ALBPACE 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋