College changes a person in more ways than you'd expect. It changes how they think and their idea of what "normal" really is. I find myself looking back on how differently my mind worked before my college life began. College brings out the best in us...or maybe not. Here's some things that simply don't matter to me anymore now that I'm in this part of my life.

1. "Eating alone is no big deal."

Before college, eating alone was a fear of mine. I never wanted to be "that" person sitting there, alone, in front of tons of people you've never seen before, eating a stupid amount of calories. Now, the act of eating alone doesn't phase me one bit.

2. "I don't really NEED makeup today."

Three years ago, you would never catch me leaving the house without a decent amount of eye makeup and foundation. Now, NOT wearing making is the new norm.

3. "I wear a size medium t-shirt, but I want an XL"

I never understood the "bum" look until I started college. Now, the bum look makes perfect sense to me. Comfort is of utmost importance to me, and of course, hiding any extra winter weight I may have put on.

4. "Why do I feel 10 pounds heavier after eating ONE cookie?"

In high school, I could eat like a 350-pound linebacker and still maintain a weight I was happy with. Now, pigging out is not an option. One cookie and I am full of regret.

5. "I really have no idea where all my money went."

Before college life was practically expense free. Between Netflix, books, groceries and of course, rent, the money seems to disappear into thin air before it even hits your bank account.

6. "A four-hour nap is completely normal"

College is exhausting in every way possible. It's the best excuse to nap for hours.

7. "I could totally sleep in public right now and be completely okay with it."

That awkward time between classes can give you some crazy ideas, like sleeping on the couch in the nearest campus studying area. We've all at least thought about this!

8. "DOGGO!"

Dogs on a college campus are pretty rare, so of course, we're going to take advantage of any dog petting opportunity we get. I may not know the dog

Higher education does not only fill your mind with new and important knowledge but new thoughts on how life should be. If you haven't figured this out already, in college, there is no "normal".