NCLEX stress and impact on relationships

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I know perhaps this is the least important subject to discuss on this forum, but maybe there are a few out there who are going through a similar experience. I take my exam this coming Monday and the past weeks have been stressful and now even more. I am usually a quiet person who doesn't express stress easily (I usually keep it inside me) but lately it's getting worse. I am 27 years old and I have been in a two year relationship, yes we have had the usual ups and downs like in every other relationship but as time gets closer to the NCLEX I have noticed we are fighting more. Not only with him but I have also have unnecesary discussion with my parents and so on. It breaks my heart that I am starting to hurt him, and I hope we can get through this. I just feel like I am going crazy!!!!!!! This is such a difficult time for me and everything everyone does doesn't seem to be ''enough'' to help alleviate this. I know they are trying but I am having a hard time seeing it or even ackowledging it. I hope somebody out there can give me their opinion, I can't wait for everything to be over soon!

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Hang in there. It seems most relationships go through a bit of turmoil during the process of nursing school/licensure. Just take deep breaths, and get through it. Power through the last few days before your exam. Remember to take some time for YOU to relax and unwind. You don't want to go into your exam with your head in a hundred places. Best of luck to you.

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Just pray. I'm also 27, but I have kids and married too. It's tough. But I know you can do this! I'm also going to take my NCLEX this Feb26,2015. Believe in yourself. Don't let distractions make you the person you're not but take it as a challenge instead. Take time, try to listen before making any desicions. Try to write it down if sometimes you have something to say/think or even a lot of things is going into your mind. I have this habit of writing it down like a Journal, if in case I had some things I wanna say but sometimes I know it might Hurt me or Him. Anyways, just pray.. Believe in yourself. God Bless and Good Luck to you!:)

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Nursing school and trying to pass NCLEX has been very stressful and I also feel that it has made an impact on my relationship as well. I am glad that my boyfriend has been trying to encourage me and help me as much as possible. I can't wait for this to be over so we can move on with our lives.

I wish you the best of luck.

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Thank you so much guys. I feel just the same, I just want this to be over! Hopefully soon... Thanks

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I am sorry but this time has to be ALL ABOUT YOU. Relax, block anyone who stresses you out temporarily. I am taking mine next week but my guy has no clue. I told him from the time I graduated I am not telling anyone. I have a notice on my refrigerator AM STUDYING FOR THE BOARDS NO STRESS PLEASE...relax be confident am sure you will be fine. I am going in and give it my best shot. Goodluck.

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I am sorry but this time has to be ALL ABOUT YOU. Relax, block anyone who stresses you out temporarily. I am taking mine next week but my guy has no clue. I told him from the time I graduated I am not telling anyone. I have a notice on my refrigerator AM STUDYING FOR THE BOARDS NO STRESS PLEASE...relax be confident am sure you will be fine. I am going in and give it my best shot. Goodluck.

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