Hello World

I totally get where you're coming from. I was in a similar spot a couple of years ago — having a few "W"s and "C"s on my transcript made me wonder if nursing was still realistic. But one thing I discovered: many programs (especially community-college + transfer-route ones) do accept students who retake classes or have mixed grades — what matters is that you show improvement and commitment. Mental health dips and bumps in academic performance don't define your whole journey. If nursing is something you care about, it's still absolutely worth trying (sometimes we need time to find our footing). Best of luck — I'm rooting for you. ?
I think many people who want to get into nursing but stumble on a few bumps (low grades, withdrawals, mental-health stress, whatever) assume there's no way forward — but I love how others here encouraged giving yourself a break, maybe retaking classes, or exploring different paths (private schools, transfer-friendly programs, etc.). As someone reading this while deciding whether to keep going, it's reassuring to see people saying "you're not off track,” and reminding us it's okay to pause, regroup, and try again when we're ready. Thanks for the encouragement, and for reminding everyone that a rough patch doesn't define your future.