Are you turning as a college freshman, yet you don't know what you will expect? The following is a glimpse of what it feels like to be a college student. Not all things are mentioned here because sometimes, what we aren't sure of makes the journey memorable and special. What I can only say is just enjoy while having a focus at the same time.

College life is where you will lose and find yourself, and there is no in-between.

Unexpected things will arise, and even though you are prepared, you will always be surprised. Nonetheless, I am writing this article to alarm you and of course, give you some point of view and things to take notes on as you enter college or as you’re in college.

First, change your mindset.

We enter into reality, and we have to compromise for what the world is willing to offer. You can’t always get what you want, just like you used to. I tell myself, “Hope for the best, expect for the worst,” all the time for me to avoid getting hurt. It’s time to open your mind to how sad and cruel the world sometimes is. But even if that’s the case, set your mind to choose always the positive side and the one that would benefit more people. 

Change your mindset, especially in a way that you should learn how to be self-reliant. Don’t expect that all the people around you will always give you what you need.

Second, keep yourself inspired.

There will be a lot of downhills. There will be times that you doubt yourself and your dreams. Hence, it is essential to keep yourself inspired. Take notes of the things that fuel your soul and do that more often. In your hectic schedule, don’t forget to put a time to meditate to help you remember what you’re working hard for. Put also reminders on your phone, on your wallet, or on your room that you can reach whatever you dreamt of and that you’re halfway in making it. 

Inspire yourself. You can do it!

Third, focus on what’s necessary.

You should know the difference between needs and wants. This third one is simple about discipline. Determine what helps you go up and what pulls you down. Know yourself and find out what lets you grow, and choose to increase in peace. Focus where there are compassion and love. You got a problem? Seek the solution first. Tired because of a long day, give yourself a rest first – because it is what’s necessary. 

Learn to calm down and think of the better road to take.

Fourth, be proud no matter what.

Celebrate small victories. You survived today? Celebrate that. It is important to be proud of your achievements, big or small, because honestly, you did put effort into it. You do not need to compare yourself with others. Be content with what you can do as long as you put your best into it. Self-appreciation is essential to keep your feet on the ground.

Fifth, accept what you cannot change.

Acceptance is essential; do not dwell in the things that you cannot change, for those things may hurt you, but you can choose to accept and move forward. Change is inevitable, and we’re humans. We don’t have superpowers to defeat it. Don’t cling to things that give you nothing but pain. Cry them out, then let go. Maybe, it’s that time that you need a new perspective again. 

This is part one of these college life tips that I am going to share with you. As you can see, this is generalized, and you can apply it even at any chapter of your life. The following article will be more specific to really help you through the process.

There you have it – the answers to some of the questions lingering in your minds– or maybe just to starting freshman year the best it can be. I hope you took your time reading this and you gained something.

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