Any advice for coping with depression r/t relocating for nursing school?

[Sylfaen]

I went through my 1st semester of nursing school feeling really depressed & stressed. I heard next semester is the hardest, so I really want to get myself together. I need to be ready for this emotionally. I moved to Knoxville, TN a year and a half ago, and still feel like I barely know anyone here. I have acquaintances, but that is all. I've been really shy, but I'm trying to work on that. It's hard to fit in here b/c the culture is so different. I also really miss the big city & all my people. I ended up having my heart broken by a guy who pretended to care about me, but really didn't. So here I am, heart broken, alone, and stuck here for 1 remaining year because of nursing school.

I've read self help stuff in the past, & I always hear of the importance of being happy no matter where you are in life, even if you haven't achieved your goals yet. I am determined to excel in nursing school so that I can one day become a great nurse. But I don't have any support nearby, and sometimes it's hard to stay positive. I call my family or friends sometimes, but it's just not the same as having them here. I feel lonely all the time.

Does anyone have any advice, or know of any self help stuff that can help get me through this? Any videos that you would recommend?

[direw0lf, BSN]

Hey Sylfaen

I've read that moving is one of the most stressful events in life..on top of that your heartbreak. I'm sorry that happened.

I'm normally a very positive and upbeat person, but when I moved I really let it bring me down for too long. I moved to a really bad neighborhood. I miss being able to walk out at night in safety, going hiking, nearby parks, my people too!

What helps me is to have my goals made out clear and realistic about where I will be moving after graduation. It also helps me to think about people less off. Like when I drive to school and see someone homeless or begging I really feel fortunate and blessed to be going to school and know my life isn't bad. I think of the Syria refugees too and all others who are displaced from the only homes they've ever known. It really does help keep me positive about my own situation.

For support look on facebook for Simple Nursing group..you can make some friends there who you can email with.

Sorry this isn't too helpful..I just really know how you feel.

[Sylfaen]

Thank you. Yes, I agree about having your goals in mind.. I am also determined to move as soon as I graduate. Nursing school is such a stressful time, and it's difficult to get through it without the help of close friends and family. It's easy to get caught up in day to day stressors when you're alone, and it can be hard to maintain a positive attitude. I keep in touch with my people online or call once in a while, but it's just not the same as having them nearby to turn to for emotional support. I guess you just need to be strong and find the strength from within.. Somehow.