Who has some good advice for a college freshman?

Question

I think I have a case of Peter Pan syndrome and don't feel too ready to "grow up."

I was always the mature one in high school and whenever I went out with my friends (on the rare occasions that I did). I am very studious and try to always stay determined. I guess you could say I'm one of those girls you see in a typical Disney movie who always tries and never gives up.

Well, I'm starting college in a few weeks, but I just don't feel mentally prepared. This summer I have done absolutely nothing and it has felt so nice. I recently have become obsessed with the Jonas Brothers (yes I know I'm a bit old for that), but it just feels so good to not have any major responsibilities right now. Sadly, I almost feel like I don't want to go to college and I have always loved school.

Does anyone know how I can get out of this funk?

Thanks so much for reading this and please no rude comments.

Answer 1

This is normal, you’re scared of the unknown. But, college is the start to a new life. You’re becoming an adult, and you’re not sure where you are going to fit into the adult world. Up until this point, I’m sure your parents have made many decisions for you, they have protected you, nurtured you, and now it’s time to spread your wings and become a little more independent.

Once you start college, I guarantee you will meet some of the most awesome people, both other students and your professors.  Many will become lifelong friends, or in the case of some of your professors, their words will be in your head for many years to come.

Nobody really wants to grow up, I’m almost 50 and I feel my life should have a soundtrack that goes along with it most days (No, not the Jonas Brothers : ). But, I’ve found you can still stay young at heart, while taking on more responsibilities, making your own decisions, charting your future.

Really this is a wonderful time for you. One thing I would suggest is to find your passions early and go for it. You don’t want to be stuck in a job where you are just putting in time. Whatever it is that really interests you, that you are passionate about, try to find a major and career where you can’t wait to go to work the next day. Even if it isn’t the best paying job out there, it’s more important to do something you love. I would rather eat hamburgers for lunch at a job I love, than eat steak at a job I hate.

Hope this helps a little, don’t be scared or nervous of the future, you will find yourself and your place in this world, just be sure to enjoy every bit of it.

Answer 2

Drop the **** out right away and go find yourself a nice boy.

There are enough of you women in the ******* college world, already.

You're ******* up the economy, honey.

Stay home and pump out a few pups fopr the old man, will ya?

Oh, and have a steaming mug of shut the **** up.

I hear it's fresh, tonight.

Answer 3

You've got college jitters and that's probably from people telling you college is hard you'll be on your own. College is serious but it's not as serious as some people make it, unless you go to the ivy leagues. Your freshman year is to get you prepared, start you out slow to make the transition. You'll have to do the work yes but the freedoms of making your own schedules, taking whatever classes you like (within reason) and making twice as many friends as you thought you ever could (depending on college size) will help you adjust. Sometimes college can make you an entirely different person, you may wanna go out more, you may not still but you don't have to be too scared. Things go pretty slow and the professors, well most of them are pretty understanding on how things are difficult for freshman's.

Answer 4

It sounds like maybe you were getting a little burnt out on high school.  College is a whole new start.  A new chance to just be yourself or to redefine yourself.  A chance to meet lots of new people or to just blend in.  Everyone's nervous about college.  Freshmen tend to form little groups with people rooming around them until they meet new people.  That way you can help each other find places to hang out, where college buildings are located, and to just socialize with until you meet more people.  I think college life is even easier than high school because people are less concerned about cliques. And you get a better chance to take classes you like because you either pick a field you're interested in or you get to choose from a much greater variety of electives (or both).