Being a freshman, i completely understand the struggles and problems that a college freshman has to face. Of course, most of us has been a freshman sometime or the other in our lives. But the point is, to survive this year. Actually, not just survive but also to live and face the new difficulties with a brave face.
So here are some tips and advises that i found to be useful by searching all over the internet. Have a look-
Do not believe in the saying- "We'll study on the night before the exam." because it can also fail. And specially for super anxious and nervous people like me, this is the WORST idea ever. Start studying early and do not rely on last minute preparations.
#2 About the books-
I've found that most of the books we need for studying in college, are very expensive. And we only need these for about 6 months (or even less). So, it is useless to buy them. Rent them or sit in the library and make notes whenever you can. Also, start reading them as soon as you could. Because it gets hard to study so much just before the exam.
#3 Plan your clothes-
This is specially for the girls. Plan what you're going to wear the next day. This will save you time and you can spend it on your makeup and hair.
#4 Participate-
Participate in whatever you would like to. Try something new. Chances are, they will teach you how to do it. Or at least go and give the auditions for the clubs you would like to join. This way you wont regret of not trying. Whats the worst that could happen? You wont be selected. That"s it. You'll only learn that this is not you cup of tea and that you should try something else.
#5 Be yourself-
Don't give in to peer pressure. If you don't like to smoke or drink and everybody else is doing it, its ok to not join them. Just do what you like to do.
#6 Let go of negativity-
This has happened to me. And trust me, it does wonders. Let go of all that is holding you back. And its going to be scary and hard. But in order to move forward you'll just have to do it.
#7 Make coffee your new best friend-
You'll want to sleep every time, everywhere. The only solution to this is COFFEE. Drink it, but in a healthy way.
And most of all, make new friends and welcome the new opportunities with open arms.
All the best!
XOXO
Jaya
