Is it normal to feel scared to go to college?
EthanFabulous
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Jun 2, 2018
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Of course. Starting somewhere new and unfamiliar can be a mental challenge for a lot of people. It's important to remember you're not alone in feeling that.
Anonymous
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Mar 11, 2015
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It's very normal to be nervous about going to college! it's a big change that can seem really daunting - the good news is 99%of your peers will be feeling a similar way, you're all going through it together. Getting used to the changes might take a bit of time but it won't take long to settle in.
Anonymous
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Apr 25, 2016
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Yes! I'm on my third year of college and I still feel scared everytime I start a new class. I think it's just a matter of making new friends, getting used to your class, and enjoying yourself because befour you know it, you'll be graduating. Remember, you're not the only one scared about college and it's okay
lovelyDay59
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Apr 24, 2015
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of course, many people feel scared but just think how normal it will all feel in a few months, everyone else is probably scared to fear proves we are human.
Anonymous
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May 23, 2015
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It is completely normal. New friends, lifestyle,a lot of changes happen and it's totally normal to feel scared and anxious, not completely knowing what will be the future.
Anonymous
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Aug 11, 2015
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Totally normal! College is a new experience and will most new experiences, they can be scary. But it's a new opportunity to learn and grow!
littleDog8604
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Oct 28, 2015
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Brand new things can sometimes be scary so it's totally normal to feel anxious and scared to go off to college. You'll be fine!
Moving away to college is something that I never really had to deal with and I have some just a little bit of regret because of that. The reason I say I never really had to deal with it is because I went to university 20 minutes away from my home town and went home every weekend. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed my time there and it's where I met my wife who is my best friend in the world so I don't regret that at all.
Hang in there and I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time in college once you settle in.
OneMomentInHerPresence
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Apr 28, 2018
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It’s very normal to feel scared to go to college. Going to college is a big step. There’s difficult classes, having to learn how to manage money, and adapting to being completely independent. All of these things can be frightening, so it’s normal to be scared.
Anonymous
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Jun 27, 2018
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Not at all! in this day of age, many people have logical reasons to be scared. No offense to anyone, just an example, but even if you were to watch/listen a horror story, like a movie or youtubers such as (not indirected, again, just example) Lazy Masquerade and Mr Nightmare. So it is just normal to feel scared when you know of the possibilities, even if they have a 0.01% of happening. Just keep in mind to always have a phone on you if possible, having a phone can make you feel so much safer, or perhaps getting a bicycle. Many ways to make yourself feel safer!, good luck :)
Anonymous
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Apr 12, 2015
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Of course it is. It's a new place....a whole new experience and you're growing up. It's a terrifying experience, but it's going to happen....so we have to accept it.
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