One of the most memorable periods of a person's life is often their time in college. Compared to school life, it is completely different. We are exposed to novel situations and concepts during our time in college. Some people believe that college life entails living it up to the fullest and having a wild time. Others must devote more time to their studies and take their careers seriously if they want a better future.
With three semesters left till I graduate, join me as I reflect on the events that took place over my college years.
It was an unfortunate but somehow an auspicious period to welcome and/or begin such an event. The pandemic became a reset button for every student, including of course the faculty, and other personnels. As we transitioned from a face-to-face learning method to online classes, we had a lot to take note of such as the learning devices, internet connection, online interactions and relationships, learning environment, and the flexibility of our time. Thank God, though, it was still a meaningful time.
Throughout my learning experience, I learned two things that significantly altered my habits, which helped me survive till this day.
Although we all have the very natural tendency to put things off, it can become rather problematic if it becomes a habit. Procrastinating too much can ruin your life and make it difficult for you to keep track of deadlines and schedules. You must therefore rein it in and regain control when procrastination spirals out of control.
Breaking the onerous chore into manageable parts is one method to quit putting it off. When a task or amount of work is too great, we often put it off. Nevertheless, if the task is divided into manageable pieces, we may do each one without feeling overwhelmed. To aid you in the processes, you can also make a thorough schedule or timeline of any form.
I learned it the hard way that at times, it could be advantageous to switch up our work environment. It gave me the boost I needed to get moving on my assignment and stop putting it off. Having a parent or a friend that keeps an eye on my progress also made it at all possible. It motivated me to stay driven and pushed me to complete the assignment on schedule. Moreover, it is important to avoid focusing too much or berating oneself for occasionally putting off tasks. Every now and then, procrastination strikes one of us. Thus, getting a break and then getting back to work would be enough, as long as it does not cause our entire timetable to fall through.
We have had and will continue to experience stressful, discouraging, heartbreaking, and challenging situations throughout our lives. But we don't need to go through those trying times alone. I've always understood the value of having a support system, but I didn't really comprehend it until I went to college. I started to feel the weight of my college obligations. I occasionally feel somewhat overburdened by my workload, the requirements of my major, the student organizations I am involved in, my executive board position, and my social life. I frequently call my mother to vent to her about my life and the stress I'm experiencing. Or the number of times that I've sat in my room and rehashed the ongoing drama with my friends and brother. My support system is fantastic, and I am incredibly grateful for each and every one of them.
It's crucial to have a strong support system in life. They support you through the difficult periods in your life and are there to share in your joy. They help in easing some of the strain and pressure that life can bring. You can truly see that you are never alone in life and that you never have to face anything alone by having a support system. People in your support system are those that are always there for you because they care about you and want the best for you. These are the ones who support you when you want to quit and who rejoice with you when you triumph. Without them, I'm positive I wouldn't be where I am today.
Occasionally, not everyone is fortunate enough to have supportive parents or even companions. Sometimes family is found among people who are closest to you. Understand that you are not alone if you feel as though you may not have a support system from family or a close friend. But never lose sight of the people who have supported you through good times and bad; this is the kind of system that anyone would consider themselves fortunate to possess. That is noteworthy.
Everyone's life is enriched by their involvement in student life. Our actions as students will determine how the country and the students will fare in the future. As such, getting the appropriate advice is imperative. Our life's foundation is built throughout our time as students.
Hence, a strong foundation will result in a strong building. A shoddy foundation, however, cannot support a building. In other words, student life encourages us to value our humanity.
Most people are unaware of how fortunate and privileged it is to even be able to live the student life. Many kids want one but never get one. Hence, if someone is able to pursue education, they must maximize it.
Student life will not always be joyous, but it will be worthwhile. It assists us in developing character traits like honesty, patience, perseverance, and more as we progress through life.
Overall, student life is nothing short of ideal. It has a lot of ups and downs, but it is all rewarding in the end. Many aspects of our lives later on are influenced by our time as students. As a result, we must work to be good students in all areas, not just academic ones. It acts as the foundation for a prosperous existence in the future.
