I'm so overwhelmelmed!

jewelshouse · Aug 31, 2007

All I can say is take it one day at a time, one class at a time. It mays seem overwhelming right now because you are not used to it but it will get better once you get a routine down.

Also, the instructors are usually willing to help with questions and so forth. Just remember you need to go to them if you are struggling; not the other way around.

Sending good vibes your way.

locosmith2005 · Aug 31, 2007

Hey I just finished my first week of lvn school and one day one I felt over whelmed, but today, I feel alot better, I organized my notebooks, made flashcards, setup a studying system not i feel better because now I am organized:trout:

Asherah, BSN, RN · Aug 31, 2007

Well I'm not sure if you work at all this time, but my advice applies anyway...time management! You need to evaluate everything you are expected to do in each course, as well as everything in your life that can be jotted down in advance. (Of course, you will always have those unplanned events or personal things, but the point being, try to get everything else down on paper so you can plan ahead of time.) Block out chunks of time each day or week that you commit to for each course, depending on what you need to do that week.

As you become more seasoned to the college atmosphere and expectations, you will gradually understand how much studying and time you will need to commit to, to do well in each of your courses.

Also, I can't emphasize this enough: get plenty of rest and eat well! (Yes its bad enough that some of us often forget to eat, as we are so busy). Having as much sleep as you can manage to get (8 hours or more) and a balanced diet will provide you with optimal energy levels that will allow you to get through long days. This is will also help you manage your stress levels and hopefully prevent you from getting sick as often as college students who try to pull all-night cram sessions and eat fast food all day, everyday.

Good luck!

SparklyGirl · Sep 1, 2007

I think the way to get through is to just think about the end goal and how much you want it.

I took 15 credits last semester (Anatomy, Micro and Physiology all together) and I have three little kids - it was intense and stressful but I don't regret it.

Music in My Heart · Sep 1, 2007

Make sure you work hard on your studies. I nearly flunked out of college my freshman year because I applied the effort I had used in HS to obtain a 3.6 GPA and it wasn't nearly enough...not by a long shot.

Make sure you're organized and that you've got good study skills and that you use them 6 or 7 days per week. Once you've got a handle on the effort required you can pamper yourself from time to time. For now, though, pull out the stops and work your tail off.

I've found the adage to be true and that I spend upwards of 3 hours outside of class for each hour that I spend in class. At times, it's substantially more.

Sammygrll · Sep 1, 2007

Well I'm not sure if you work at all this time, but my advice applies anyway...time management! You need to evaluate everything you are expected to do in each course, as well as everything in your life that can be jotted down in advance. (Of course, you will always have those unplanned events or personal things, but the point being, try to get everything else down on paper so you can plan ahead of time.) Block out chunks of time each day or week that you commit to for each course, depending on what you need to do that week.
As you become more seasoned to the college atmosphere and expectations, you will gradually understand how much studying and time you will need to commit to, to do well in each of your courses.
Also, I can't emphasize this enough: get plenty of rest and eat well! (Yes its bad enough that some of us often forget to eat, as we are so busy). Having as much sleep as you can manage to get (8 hours or more) and a balanced diet will provide you with optimal energy levels that will allow you to get through long days. This is will also help you manage your stress levels and hopefully prevent you from getting sick as often as college students who try to pull all-night cram sessions and eat fast food all day, everyday.
Good luck!

Excuse me please while I bump into your post! lol

I just wanted to tell Asherah that I live in Seal Beach and noticed you're in Huntington! I would love to meet some new ppl going into the nursing program! I go to LBCC! I wish I knew how to email on here...lol

Now for Serendipity...this is also my first semester of college...EVER! And I was in HS 7yrs ago! Sooo...I know exactly what you're tlaking about! I have listened to many of the ppl on here....I look over all my syllabus' (or is it...syllabi?) right after the class and I do my hw THAT day or the next! I never wait to my my hw...get it done! I have 5 classes, every other day and that's how I organize myself. On my days off I do ALL my work. I've also set up an algebra tutor, and will be checking in our reading and writing center for essay help! Dont get overloaded....just breath....do the work and understand it! :)

Multicollinearity, BSN, RN · Sep 1, 2007

I know in high school I vowed to never study after leaving the school grounds. It's like I had this line in the sand.

College is totally different! I'd recommend getting organized by getting a day-planner and breaking down a schedule for each class. For example, when each exam is, when each assignment is due, when to finish reading which chapter, etc.

This way you are pacing yourself and breaking down monumental tasks into workable units. I do believe the key is to not get behind. Good luck!

Chantels1 · Sep 1, 2007

I second the dayplanner/calendar it really helps. Also, prioritize. Make sure that you keep school a priority. Pampered chef party or studying... definitely go for the study time. Yeah, you will have to give up some family time to complete all your work, but don't devote all you time to studying either. Also, give it a couple of weeks and you will get into a routine! Good luck and don't give up!

Chantel