good day, you mentioned that your passion and/or drive has diminished since you started. can you recall what it was that attracted you to nursing? was it nursing in general or a specific aspect of nursing? sometime we lose the "drive" because we lose our focus. often the big picture hides behind the detail, words and petty aspects of class and instructors. i've used the following as a reminder that life is difficult.... the road the road to success is not straight. there is a curve called failure, a loop called confusion, detours called friends, red lights called enemies, yield signs called family. as well as flats called delays. but, if you go down the road having a spare tire called determination, an engine called perseverance, insurance called faith, and a map called focus; you will make it to a place called success. the road to success is not straight..... finally, take a break from it all... go golfing or fishing or what ever makes you smile and laugh! out, fishngolf