Anyone else feel this way?

cyntrim · Jul 30, 2012

I am starting 3rd Semester and am so anxious for it to get here, but nervous as well.

This is the semester we will be learning psych. I think what if I just cant grasp that concept? Last semester was about maternity... I had the same fear then. I just keep telling myself I can do anything for 16 weeks at a time! Oh and I just started a job as unit clerk in the ICU.... Whew watching how hard the nurses work makes me worry... What if I get all the way through nursing school and then cant do it? I think the thing is fear and nerves are a part of life. but are you going to let them stop you? I hope not because when you conquer that fear - My goodness that feels great!

AMRC6713 · Jul 30, 2012

Definitely start skimming through the books but the nerves will be there until you get the hang of how your program works. :) And then at every exam the nerves come back. So maybe the best advice is to accept the presence of the nerves! Lol

Pick01 · Jul 30, 2012

The nerves will be there every semester until you get going. Orientation may actually get them going more, as you anticipate the start of the new semester. The nerves will also get worse getting ready for the NCLEX, and then again getting ready to start your new job, then everyday before I start, but they settle down as you concentrate, so just think of it as your engine (brain) revving up to get going. Remember to keep breathing and it will be fine. As far as afraid of failing-tell yourself you CAN do this, you'll have to work at it, but if you want it, you will get it done. Try to maintain a positive attitude, remember a negative attitude, or lack of confidence shows, and when your with a patient, you want them at ease, even though inside your all jittery. I remember an anology I heard somewhere of being like a duck on water. On top the duck looks all calm and poised, but under the water his feet are going a mile a minute. Enjoy school, and get everything out of it you can, and if you have a question-ask it! Good luck to you all.

ames86 · Jul 30, 2012

I also start Aug 20th and the closer it gets the more my excitment turns into fear! I have never been scared of a class before but this class is the start of the future for my family.

EarthhAngel2013 · Jul 30, 2012

I am going into my third semester of my program. I always feel this way, it will go away! Just prepare yourself. Study as much as you can without going braindead. I once read a thread on here about having an alter ego, to help you through the clinical side. I think I will try this method during clinical. I'll probably pick a character from a favorite TV show to use. Haha. Good luck keep us posted!

BloomNurseRN, ASN, BSN, RN · Jul 30, 2012

You are totally normal! This is a whole new experience and I think a little fear is healthy. It keeps you from being over confident and not learning what you need to. I'm getting ready to start my second year in 3 weeks and I'm nervous as all get out! But excited too. :)

Crazed_NS · Jul 31, 2012

I appreciate all the feedback. Now I am just at the point where I just want these next three weeks to pass by quickly! I am soo ready to figure out what I'm getting myself into!

Wolf888 · Jul 31, 2012

I think everyone is nervous and anxious right before they start. I would just focus on getting your ducks in a row so you dont have any avoidable problems pop up during nursing school. Make sure your car is running good and your housing situation is in order, etc. And when you start just make sure and get through the first 2 weeks. The first 2 weeks are a huge shock in terms of work load and reading. I was freaking out and having nervous break downs. I know a lot of my class mates were as well. Eventually you get used to it though and get into a routine. Good luck and if your religious then just pray and have faith.

afterseason, ASN, RN · Jul 31, 2012

I'm beyond scared. Haha. I was nothing but excited for the longest time, but now that school is only about two weeks away (Aug 17), I'm freaking. I feel nauseated just at the thought. I find comfort in knowing that my classmates, who I've already started to become close to, are all feeling the same way. We're like one big stressed out family.

ProudStudent · Jul 31, 2012

My classes start the same day, and I know exactly how you're feeling. For your sanity and mine...I'm going to say that fear is very normal. I'm excited, scared, confident and all at the same time. I honestly don't know how to feel at the moment :uhoh3:

darling2014 · Jul 31, 2012

To all starting in Aug, Rest! Relax! Sleep!!! NS has a way of covertly taking over your life...you may miss resting, relaxing, and sleeping.

jrinoldi · Aug 6, 2012

I start on Aug 17th, i too am having the same feelings... Im so excited to have finally got in, this is my dream in life but at the same time as the day gets closer and closer to my start date im getting very scared and nervous. I keep thinking that maybe im not smart enough to actually pass=( i went to a meet an greet last month with the new and returning nursing students and i felt out of place, as if i didnt belong but my best friend said "really?" why dont you belong? you got in and you worked hard for it! Yes that is so true, i did work hard, trying to get into nursing school with 4 kids is not an easy task for sure.... anyway Im glad im not the only one having these intimidating thoughts, im thinking they are probably normal nursing school jitters! Ive got it bad:uhoh3: but i know if i work hard i will suceed and become an amazing nurse oneday:nurse: Well I hope that we all get over some of our nursing school jitters after we get started, once we actually know exactly what we are going to be faced with! Good luck everyone!