Starting at a new school, whether it's a new high school, a transfer to another university, or being a freshman, is a struggle. There are so many new experiences and so many firsts. You have to learn an entirely new place and, while, sure, you may know it like the back of your hand in a few months, right now the only feeling you know is chaos and confusion. In my case, I have picked up and moved back home for a couple of semesters right smack dab in the middle of a school year. Learning my new school has me in a constant state of panic and confusion, but there's hope, right?

It's a new first day! Time to think positive.

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New beginnings can be beautiful! The day will be what you make it.

Is it just me or am I already behind, even if it's on the first day?

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Just being in a new environment is enough to make you feel like you're a million steps behind everyone else.

Any break is welcomed and greatly appreciated.

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Even going to the bathroom is the most rest you get some days.

It feels like like the first day of kindergarten again. I don't know anyone.

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I sit alone, I study alone, I eat alone.

When asked how my week is going, I try to stay optimistic.

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Even though it's a big fat lie.

The first quiz scores are in and, well, could have been worse.

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There's still the whole semester to make it up, right?

A visitor asked asked for directions and I knew where to send them!

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Never have I ever felt more of an adrenaline rush.

That parking citation may have put me in the hole.

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One day you'll get that parking pass (that will make you even more broke).

Slowly but surely, I'm making some casual acquaintances in class.

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I may only know their name and where they're from so far, but I know friendship when I see it.

Things may have had a rough start, but happiness is in my hands.

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Even if it is difficult, the key is making the most out of what life hands you.