As a freshman in college, I feel like you can succeed or fail. Maybe in your own terms, succeeding means still getting A's in all of your classes despite that you go out all night. Or it could be succeeding by making it to class more than once a week. Failing can be defined differently to each person in college.

However, maybe your definition of "failing" is not getting a high enough GPA and already stressing about graduate school or medical school. Failing could be as simple as not getting out of bed and skipping each class that you have. Whoever you are, you set goals for yourself and it is up to you whether you achieve them or not.

1. My idea of a good time on a weekday is getting in bed at a decent time and watching one of my favorite TV shows.

After going to class, studying, working out, or practicing I am exhausted. I simply do not have the energy to get all done up and go out to a party where consuming jungle juice of some sort, not knowing what even went into it. I'd much rather draw a bath, enjoy a lush bath bomb, get some comfy clothes on and call it a day.

2. I watch too much law and order SVU.

Maybe it is because I have watched most all the episodes of law and order special victims unit, but hearing about situations anyone could come across at a college party is intimidating. Yes, going with a group of friends may be a good solution but what if someone slips something into your drink or you drink more than you realize and it clouds your judgment. These are thoughts that keep me away.

3. I would much rather have a friend over to watch movies.

Maybe its just me and say what you will but I would take a night with my best friend and popcorn over a crowded fraternity house that smells of.. well you put what you want into that blank.

4. I live in a city full of amazing restaurants, why go anywhere else?

I would much rather explore the cities most delicious little spots. Plus having leftovers in the fridge is a good thing as a college student! "If you keep good food in your fridge, you will eat good food." - Errick McAdams

From what I've learned so far it's that you don't need to go out every night to have a "social" life and if you are someone who feels they need to go out all the time to make friends, truth is you don't. You would be surprised how many people don't go out. There are alternatives and for some people, the alternatives are better.