[chuckihaterpet]

I feel somtimes we spend so much time studying and worrying about the future that we lose a sense of who we are. I mean like forgetting how to enjoy life when we are still young. Does anyone sometimes feel that way? I just realized how unhappy I was with the circumstances.

[Trungy]

I went through something similar to how you are feeling. At one period of my life, I was studying non-stop while ignoring everything else. I don't know what helped me come to my realization, but I realized that life should be about fun.. if you're not enjoying life, then there is no point to anything you're doing.

Part of growing up and being mature is learning how to balance your life. Eventually you'll find a way to accomplish your goals while still having time to kick back with friends and family. Being studious is very important, but so does being spontaneous.

[aznboi1107]

man I'm not studying enough, I need to study more! hahah. All I do is play around most of the time, I'm hella irritating myself but I just can't sit down and hit the books.

<-------- No motivation.

[hello_se7en]

^ i'm half-half.

i study a lot and play a lot but most of the time it's playing cause i have a short-attention span and i get distracted A LOT. i need to fix that...

[renshu]

I feel somtimes we spend so much time studying and worrying about the future that we lose a sense of who we are. I mean like forgetting how to enjoy life when we are still young. Does anyone sometimes feel that way? I just realized how unhappy I was with the circumstances.

You'll probably feel that way, and with that feeling you may end up losing your motivation to study. But fear not! You must remember the most important thing about what you are doing right now. What you do will carve the path for your future. Mess up, and your future will be in shambles, so don't worry too much, although studying almost 24/7 isn't really healthy. I mean i fealt that way for a while, but i took the time to make some time for socializing, and tried to obtain a "balance" between the two. Its working ot a certain extent, although i sometimes go overboard on the socializing once in a while, but its a good way to relieve all taht stress from studying. So if you do feel like you're losing a sense of who you are, just take a deep breath, and relax a bit. This is what you are doing to secure your future, and there's a price to be paid. (sorry if i sound like an masshole or a preacher)

[Bizarnage]

man I'm not studying enough, I need to study more! hahah. All I do is play around most of the time, I'm hella irritating myself but I just can't sit down and hit the books.

<-------- No motivation.

Sorta like me i prob waste more time than u
lol

[thyun]

For some people college is a time to grow and I think I'm growing right now haha. Maybe your goals aren't accomplished with just college. You need to think and evaluate yourself and think what would make you happy.

[clride]

I've had unhappy moments in college, with academics and my social life. But now I've also learnt to relax alot. I watch Korean dramas or have some chocolate when I'm down. It helps. Or just think of what you'll be doing once the exams are over.

[deeleecious]

a part of me wants to do really good in school, pursue an awesome career and a part of me wants to get away from school and just live every moment that i've got.

we all got it hard, so don't worry. do wat u gotta do. easy to say... i kno i kno.....

[sleepy Tiger]

lols, what life? >_<

[aF 1]

For some people college is a time to grow and I think I'm growing right now haha. Maybe your goals aren't accomplished with just college. You need to think and evaluate yourself and think what would make you happy.

you know what would make me happy?
if ud sthu

[clauric]

sometimes especially when i feel uncertain...like what am i doing here? is this what i really want to be doing rite now...
but yeah i think it's perfectly normal to feel this way...

[psychosnowman]

yeah, i once did not see any of my friends for a month and a half or so, not even on weekends.

Have fun, and do well, i am not sure how i balanced it out but i think i might have just gotten better at school, and i make sure i hang out at least one day a weekend, hm be productive when studying and try not to make it drag out. Get some time for yourself. Relax, and look at other people's grades in your major (not that good, at least where i am looking)

[loveK]

man I'm not studying enough, I need to study more! hahah. All I do is play around most of the time, I'm hella irritating myself but I just can't sit down and hit the books.

<-------- No motivation.

Same here. I need help!

[Sweet Dreamz]

I'm actually happy with my life now that I'm a freshman in college. Sure, I have to be much more diligent with my work and the work is a bit more difficult but there's so much more freedom. Despite the fact that I don't party every weekend and get wasted, I'm having tons of fun meeting new people and just learning to be independent of my parents. But, like a lot of other students, I lack motivation to study! I have a habit of procrastination but so far, I haven't quite had to pay the price for it yet. I have a feeling though, I will regret it quite soon....i.e., next week when I have my first bio exam!

[sj22]

YES that is exactly how i feel nowadays
i worry about getting old..... i worry about wasting my life away.......etc
and i also can't seem to sit down and do some decent studying.. it's like i can't even waste my life right..

[heineken.]

We study hard because we want a better future for ourselves.

Students spend about 2-10 years in school after HS. I think it's a very important investment considering it greatly impacts how we live the rest of our lives.

Even though you may be suffering now, you just have to take the pain to enjoy life later. The average American has a good chance of reaching 80, so it's a question of whether you want to suffer 2-10 years now, or 60+ years ringing up tampons at your nearest grocery store. It's totally up to you.

[angelxglo]

man this is my first year of college and let me tell yah, i aint enjoying one bit of it!!! i was sooo excitted to graduate last june but when class started i just hated everything!! theres soo much to worry about, financial aid, buying books, going to class, midterm and finals. its just too much stress coming for all factors!! and the money issue. dudeee i've never been soo stressed in my life!! and college is sooo boring! and i feel like i'm going throught the same routine everyday. hopefully, this semester would be better?? i sure hope soo!!

[knickstorm]

well when i first got to college i was all about the academics, all about getting that internship etc etc. But now in my jr year, i grew a lot more as a person since my freshie year. Maybe that has to do with me loosening up because i did kick butt in academics and i did get internships which maybe put me more at ease.

[baokapris]

Before you get into their school...the colleges and universities always make their schools sound so good to be true. Then before you know it...you get tons and tons of bills. Financial aid doesn't help me enough.
Oh, well...that's college life right?