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Hey everyone. So I'm 24 and I've been on this nursing school journey since I was about 19-20. I've had a couple set backs and I've been in and out of college a few times. I know that I love babies. I know that I want my career to be taking care of babies and aiding them in their time of need. I know for sure that I want to be a neonatal nurse. Knowing what I want to do isn't the problem. The problem is staying motivated and encouraged throughout the process. Every time I attempt my science pre reqs, I always get discouraged and just give up all together. Certain sciences just don't interest me. If im being honest I could care less about mitochondria, etc. Certain sciences like biology and microbiology reallyyyyyyy just bore me. But I want to know, does this mean I shouldn't pursue nursing? Does this mean I wont be a good nurse? Right now I'm at the point where im tired of taking breaks from school. I want to stay focused on my end goal and finally get my RN. But its so hard when I easily become discouraged and doubtful. Can anyone give me some advice on how I can stay motivated and encouraged? Really any advice would be great right now.

Ok.....First of all, before you take it upon yourself to comment on something your CLEARLY having a hard time understanding, RE-READ MY POST, AND GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT. I never blamed my professor for anything. If she makes me feel some type of way, then that's just what it is, but UNDERSTAND that I'm not going to let that stop me from getting an A in this class. Secondly, for someone who has been a nurse for some time now, and knows how hard it is to get into a nursing program, and knows how stressful it can be at times, you should be the LAST person trying to to discourage me. I respect that your trying to give me advice, or tough love, but you OBVIOUSLY took what I wrote the wrong way. Quit? That word isn't even in my vocabulary nor did I say I was going to quit because of my professor. News flash, I've picked my major, and it's going to stay the same. But you're right about one thing, it is absolutely 100% up to me to decide what I want to do, and NURSING is what I'm going to do. Have a nice day!

I'm very interested in joining, but I'm not officially in my program yet. I have a few more pre-reqs to go, is that ok?

So I just took the test and I found out that I'm a Kinesthetic/Visual learner. Thanks so much for the recommendation.

Omg im so glad someone understands how im feeling. But you are absolutely right, I need to put more time into my work. Lately i've just been thinking about excited i'm going to be when I get that exceptance letter/email...that has been my constant motivation. And I'm definitely gonna try the motivational quotes thing. Thank you so much ! I CAN and WILL do this !!!!

Thank You everyone for the advice and encouragement !

I don't think I have a learning disorder, but I do think that I should really understand exactly what my learning style is. Knowing my learning style is something that I never worried about because up until this semester, I've been doing pretty good. But I do think that social media plays a part in me being so distracted.

Hello. I'm new to this forum, and a friend of mine recommended that I check this site out. I'm currently taking my pre reqs and I plan on applying to my program of choice this fall. I know that in my heart I want to be a nurse. But i seem to have a problem with staying focused when it comes to completing my work and studying for my exams. Trust me I know that this is not a good habit for someone who aspires to be a nurse. I'm not exactly sure what it is that distracts me, or why sometimes I just lose faith in myself. I'm in microbiology right now, and i feel so behind. I feel like everyone in my class knows what's going on but me. and my instructor is no help. If anything she makes me feel like I don't have what it takes to become a nurse. I know I need to get it together. I just need some encouragement and advice.