College is a time to put yourself out there and get involved. Personally, It took me a whole year to realize this would do me more good than harm. My whole first year I went being extraordinarily bored and not knowing why, until I realized it was because I was not putting myself out there enough. That was something I decided to change this year.

As the school year began, I knew I wanted to get more involved, so I started to look at my options. One thing I found interesting was something called Leadership Weekend. This was a weekend dedicated to learning what it takes to be a leader and becoming a better one. I also knew I wanted to join a sorority, so I started going to informationals and events for that too. Not only that, but I also was invited to join what is called the National Society of Leadership and Success last year, so I have to finish that off as well.

I was super excited to begin everything but what I did not think of was how hectic life is going to be for the next month or so. Joining all of these organizations also means giving up all of my free time considering I still have other classes as well. I may have cut myself a little short when it comes to being able to handle everything all at once. I am not very good at handling stress so that is definitely something I am a little worried about.

But for the most part I am extremely excited. I no longer spend every day laying in bed wondering what all my friends are doing because I am the one that is actually out doing things for a change. And when it comes to stress, I have so many people here to support me and to go to if things become too difficult. I have my mom, my boyfriend, my friends and my big; all of whom I am incredibly grateful for. I know this might be hard but I have all of them supporting me and cheering me on. For the most part what it comes down to is time management and keeping track of everything I need to do. I may have a lot on my plate, but when it is all over it will be so worth it.