College

[Suzhou]

Classes have started this week. I'm already stressed. I'm not sure if it's because I'm getting my wisdom teeth removed tomorrow so I can't do homework that day. Or if it's the fact I know I shouldn't be here. Iv'e never liked school and after transferring here from another college I feel worn out. If I dropped out rn I would lose a lot of money. I would have to move back home too. If I quit college now I have a feeling I will never come back. Ever since I was little I didn't enjoy school. I think I should at least do one semester. I just know all my unhappiness is coming from college right now. Iv'e also never had surgery done so me getting my wisdom teether removed is probably stressing me out too. Doctor visits were never my favorite either. Any thoughts on how to cope with college stress and just general unhappiness?

[BecR1025]

Hi! How was the wisdom teeth removal??

[Suzhou in reply to BecR1025]

It was ok. I was sick and a bit of puking but at the moment I feel okish! Thanks for asking!

[Kkimm]

Hi Suzhou

Really sorry to hear how you were feeling. It is not surprising you were feeling worried as having to have teeth removed and starting college is alot to cope with.

You hopefully will be feeling better now it is over with.

Lots of others will be feeling the same as you do about college so you will not be alone. What aspect of it worries you? Is it the work or the social side or both?

If it is the social side you could try to remember that everyone will be worried about what others think of them too. Try to just be friendly but not care too much about what others think. Friendships will happen gradually. Your main aim is to get your qualification or certificate, not to make friends.

If it is the work just try to do your best and not put things off to the last minute so you are not under the pressure of deadlines. If you find it difficult ask tutors for help rather than struggle on alone. Again you will not be the only one.

Very good luck, I am sure you will do really well.

Best wishes

Kim

[Suzhou in reply to Kkimm]

Thanks 🖤 I transferred from Toronto back to Orlando. I feel I should have taken a break from college but I jumped right back in. I’ve never liked school before but I know getting a degree will help me in the long run. But college just doesn’t help my mental health.