The truth is, being a student is not about attending classes and making submissions. It is an up and down ride of obstacles no one actually informs you about.
The Financial Squeeze
Financial pressure comes knocking at the door between the tuition payments, the steeply priced textbooks than your monthly food budget, and in some way managing to live a social life. A high number of students combine work with studies and lack sleep and sanity in a bid to make a living.
Mental Health Matters
Fear of exams, the imposter complex and the fear of missing out on anything- these are not simply a catchphrase. They are issues that exist and are affecting millions of students all over. Bring in social media comparisons and one will feel that all other people have it figured out (spoiler: they don’t).
The Loneliness Paradox
You are alone in the middle of hundreds of people on campus? Than you think that is more common. It is time-consuming to move out of home, find new friends, and your tribe. The need to be social amidst all these may be taxing.
Time Management Nightmares
The deadlines and deadlines, group projects with untrustworthy partners, attempts to preserve relationships, and fit the time and eat real food, it is like walking on fire with a unicycle.
The Future Uncertainty
After graduation, what comes next? This is the question that bothers many students. The uncertainty is too real as we ponder on career confusion, having the right side and whether your degree will ever get you a job or not.
You’re Not Failing
This is the reality: when you are struggling, it does not mean that you are not succeeding. These are all difficulties of the way. Support is the key; support can be in the form of campus resources, friends or even professional help.
*Keep in mind that all successful individuals that you are envying have been in the same position as you and were feeling the same way as you feel. Keep going – you’ve got this.
– The Author is Mr. Ajay Thiara , Founder & Managing Director of 360 College Review