I am starting nursing school this fall. I am having tremendous anxiety and I'm trying to figure out why. I've been a CNA for 21 years, so I know what nursing is all about. (maybe that is why??)
I am afraid that I will make a mistake.
I am afraid of mean doctors.
I am afraid of seeing so much suffering.
I am afraid of being overwhelmed in nursing school and juggling a family and a job.
I am afraid of encountering something that I will not be able to handle.
I am a sensitive and caring person, (which is a good thing), BUT, I absorb everything! Is this normal to have so many fears when starting nursing school?
At end of the road is less ADLS (which can become non-existent if you look for the right job) and more money. Money fixes everything, right?
I'm hoping this was loaded with sarcasm. Money doesn't fix a thing. As someone who had what some people consider everything, including money, I will say first hand it does not. I think it is normal to be nervous before starting any new endeavor. And while you may be sensitive and caring, you do also need to have some thick skin. You should already know what dealing with people is like. It's hard work. But it can also be rewarding. And believe me you will make mistakes. Everyone does. It's all about being mindful and trying not to make them and when you do you learn from them. My son does competitive judo and I ask him when he loses if he learned something? He usually tells me yes. I tell him you will never be a great champion unless you lose some. Same thing can apply here.
NurseGirl525, ASN, RN
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I'm hoping this was loaded with sarcasm. Money doesn't fix a thing. As someone who had what some people consider everything, including money, I will say first hand it does not. I think it is normal to be nervous before starting any new endeavor. And while you may be sensitive and caring, you do also need to have some thick skin. You should already know what dealing with people is like. It's hard work. But it can also be rewarding. And believe me you will make mistakes. Everyone does. It's all about being mindful and trying not to make them and when you do you learn from them. My son does competitive judo and I ask him when he loses if he learned something? He usually tells me yes. I tell him you will never be a great champion unless you lose some. Same thing can apply here.