Brian_G

I am a male nursing student as well and took the plunge after getting laid off from my job as an auto insurance claims handler. After being in the insurance field for 10 years I am excited and looking forward my new career. Can't wait!

You seem intelligent and very capable of written communication, and you have a good self observation, so I would suggest that you keep doing what you're doing in your efforts to break out of your shell - you'll get there. Stay confident that you have the skills to be a great nurse. One thing I would suggest is that you ally yourself to one of your boisterous classmates. You can change others perception of you just by surrounding yourself with new people.

Hey John. I hope you brought your catheter too...