Feeling discouraged...

You need more than passion to become a nurse. Nursing school is extremely competive to get into and then the program itself is very vigorous. You can continue to make excuses or suck it up and do it. Your science credits will expire after so many years and you will have to retake them. But the grades will stay on your gpa.

We can't make this decision for you. We all have difficulties in life. I started back in 2013. I filed for divorce and signed up for school in the same week. I took 5 classes that first semester. All As and 1 B in micro. All this while trying to adjust life as a single mom and helping my child to adjust and juggle getting divorced. My point being, we all have struggles. It's those who are determined enough to get through it and not let it deter them that will make it.

Agreed with the post above, at some point the excuses need to stop and you need to suck it up. Of course life is tough right now, especially without a solid foundation around you, but you need to stop with the reasons you can't do it, and start with the reasons you can do it.

Take it from me, if you look for excuses you will always find one. I understand life gets hectic and stressful, but if this is something you really want then you will find a way and do it. It sounds like you're doing well in your nursing pre-reqs...if you put the time and effort in you will do fine in micro and a&p! It sounds like a lot of your stress comes from feelings of falling behind and not finishing on time and if there's one thing I've learned, you cannot compare yourself to others....someone once told me it does no good to compare your chapter 2 with somebody else's chapter 10. Go at your own pace...don't rush and overload yourself. I'm not saying take 5 years to finish your prereqs but do not take on more than you can handle right now class wise and set yourself up to fail. It's not a race. I'm 27 and just starting back to finish up my prereqs...most of my friends are getting their masters and married having kids. Everyone's path is different!

You're the only one getting in the way of pursuing your dream. It seems like you just have excuses for why you didn't do so well, but if you really want this then you will do it. Stop comparing yourself to others because they don't have the same struggles you have. I just turned 30 and just got into nursing school. You are 21 and have so much ahead of you. Should you consider changing your major? Well, do you think if you were taking class for another major you would be doing better?

When you move back, get settled, and feel ready then go back to school and finish. You can do this!

I'm being helpful and sympathetic when I say this. Sounds to me like maybe you need a therapist. You sound like you've built what I call a s*** cake. When bad things pile up it gets to me and I feel defeated. I've been in therapy and it's helped alot.

I'd suggest getting some paper and writing out your feelings so they are not bottled up:writing: Then write down why you want to be a nurse. That will make you have to think positive and hopefully ignite your passion. Then look at your options. Write a list of issues and possible solutions. You can do this. You just need to climb the s*** cake:laugh:

I like writing and arts. I have a son whose turning 5 months on the 13th. I failed my LPN program because I had alot of personal issues going on. I'm starting in January to retake my classes for a BSN program now that I'm stable on medication and things. I'm nervous but I know I want this so I created a motivation wall. I framed a printout of a cafepress design that said Future RN and made a collage of my son, a nissan altima(dream car), and an inspirational quote. I don't know if your into that kinda thing but if you are it might be fun to do. Good luck.

dont let your age make you feel bad. Life happens. Im 24. On my 21st bday I was upset because my high school classmates already finished and I was finishing up prerequisites. Don't change your major because I did that once also. Its wasted time because eventually you'll switch back. Hope things get better for you.

Thank you all for your responses

Take it from me, if you look for excuses you will always find one. I understand life gets hectic and stressful, but if this is something you really want then you will find a way and do it. It sounds like you're doing well in your nursing pre-reqs...if you put the time and effort in you will do fine in micro and a&p! It sounds like a lot of your stress comes from feelings of falling behind and not finishing on time and if there's one thing I've learned, you cannot compare yourself to others....someone once told me it does no good to compare your chapter 2 with somebody else's chapter 10. Go at your own pace...don't rush and overload yourself. I'm not saying take 5 years to finish your prereqs but do not take on more than you can handle right now class wise and set yourself up to fail. It's not a race. I'm 27 and just starting back to finish up my prereqs...most of my friends are getting their masters and married having kids. Everyone's path is different!

Thank you for the response, it always helps to hear it from someone else! Its reassuring :)

I like writing and arts. I have a son whose turning 5 months on the 13th. I failed my LPN program because I had alot of personal issues going on. I'm starting in January to retake my classes for a BSN program now that I'm stable on medication and things.

Thanks for making me laugh with the s*** cake! lol I agree, i think Ive built one. I actually do write out my feelings and I can agree with you in that it definitely does help! And thats a great idea! The wall thing. Im actually gonna try it, take my word for it I want to be a nurse so bad! I tried changing my major once and yea it was a waste of time. I went back to Nursing. Im sorry about your experience with the LPN program.. But now you've got something better coming to you with the BSN, good luck and thank you for the advice!! :)

Thanks and your welcome. Keep us posted

Well sounds like you were helped. I just wanted to add that I noticed people in my class who get C's are really not putting in the study time. Maybe they think they are I never asked them. Some people don't need to study for some subjects but others need to put in a lot. If you aren't doing at least an hour studying every single day there's the problem right there.

I have three kids and started my pre-reqs for nursing school 3 years ago, I actually gave birth to my third last year right before finals! I also worked full time for two years of this. I have a 4.0. BUT let me tell you, I am 28 now so 25-26 when I started, I would not have been ready at 21 to do this. I was a terrible HS student and it took me until now to have laser focus. I also had my first baby at 21 and I was way too overwhelmed with the newness of motherhood to devote my mind to school. I suffered from severe PPD after the birth of my third child last winter and it's a miracle I made it through my classes. School is that much harder with kids.

Maybe it's just not time yet? Or you could do one class at a time? Many of my pre-reqs have been online. I also extended my pre-req time an extra year because of the PPD. I have finished my all my pre-reqs, co-reqs, and BSN pre reqs before I have even started the ADN program. This will allow me to ONLY focus on my nursing classes when I start in July. This could be a beneficial way for you to go, that way its less pressure?

My husband has been my ultimate supporter through this and many times a single dad while I am away at class every evening. It should also be a lot easier for you when your husband gets out of the services and is there to help you??