College Dating Requires Balance And Focus, But It Is ALWAYS Worth It
Start writing a post
Relationships

College Dating Requires Balance And Focus, But It Is ALWAYS Worth It

Remember to stay focused and be balanced while dating in college.

209
College Dating Requires Balance And Focus, But It Is ALWAYS Worth It
Kirsten Ocwieja

College is a time to experience and learn more about yourself.

By being exposed to a new group of individuals while maturing, you begin to realize what you like and what you do not like in a significant other. There is no question that when you do find the someone you begin to ~love~ it is a different setting when dating away at college than it is dating back at home.

There are many crucial lessons to keep in mind when beginning a new romance away at school.

Dating while away at school opens up a great amount of time spent together. When dating at home, you might not see that person everyday because you have to drive to their house everyday and so forth. In college you're just steps away.

It might become easy to spend a little too much time and forget about studying, friends and alone time.

In order to stay on top of your work and remain a rockstar student, be sure to wake up every day recognizing what needs to get done. As for someone who is currently in a relationship in college, I make sure that I do not see my boyfriend until all of my work is complete. Once I finish hitting the books in the library for several hours, meeting with teachers and much more, I always make a point for grab a late dinner or watch TV to rewind after a long day.

By prioritizing your work as No. 1, you also make sure that your friends do not feel pushed aside. It is typical to watch your college friends drift away because of a boy. Never be that girl. Whether or not he becomes the one, friends are key. Do not let them slip away. Spend time with them eating, laughing and going out.

In the end, they are the ones who have your back no matter what and do not wait until the friendship is gone to realize that.

Also, never let your significant other take you away from doing what you love. One should never be taken away from their study time because their loved one just wants to "hang out." Make sure that you focus on what is important now and in the long run.

Making time for yourself in college is one of the most important aspects. Every day, I take time to workout and that is when I collect my thoughts for the day and recognize what I need to do and what I need to change. It allows me to grow. Without alone time, you become trapped and controlled.

Remember that you are your own boss and never let anyone change that.

In the end, it is easy to let your boyfriend be a distraction, but only if you let it. You are young and you only love like a teenager once so make the most of it and do it right. Find someone who makes your reality better than your dreams and allows you to push yourself to do your best in and out of school. Also, make sure that you keep your friends by your side, as it would be sad to watch them drift away over a boy.

Be simple, be balanced, be happy.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

21504
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

948583
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

125489
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lots of people sat on the cinema wearing 3D glasses
Pinterest

Ever wonder what your friend meant when they started babbling about you taking their stapler? Or how whenever you ask your friend for a favor they respond with "As You Wish?" Are you looking for new and creative ways to insult your friends?

Well, look no further. Here is a list of 70 of the most quotable movies of all time. Here you will find answers to your questions along with a multitude of other things such as; new insults for your friends, interesting characters, fantastic story lines, and of course quotes to log into your mind for future use.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments