Summer Is Stressful When You're A College Student
Start writing a post
Student Life

Summer Is Stressful When You're A College Student

I was not prepared for this.

140
Summer Is Stressful When You're A College Student
Pexels

Not going to start this off with a lie but here’s the situation, I really thought I was going to be able to make time for everything this summer, but one week in with classes and my own personal commitments like going to the gym and hanging out with friends already has me in a rut and I cannot even begin to explain HOW STRESSED OUT I AM.

I don’t think I’ve ever felt this stressed before, I think since I didn’t have like a four-hour long calculus two class I was fine. But even with one class, this class is ripping me apart like no other. The professor is INSANE, let me tell you. But it’s whatever because it's only seven more weeks; I think I can do it. Hopefully.

I mean I rarely sleep anymore, so like I’m up by six every morning and go to bed around eleven so I just don’t understand why there isn’t any time for anything anymore. I want to be able to relax and sit around and watch my favorite shows (which I genuinely thought I was going to have time to do this summer, but with all my responsibilities I can’t seem to catch a break).

But I guess this is what has to do with growing up and trying to go into a field where there are no breaks, no really though. Doctors can’t ever catch a break especially if you work in the hospital; better work at a private practice then so I can work from like 8 am. until 4 p.m. and go home and sleep or do whatever--maybe sit with my dogs and enjoy a nice glass of wine and watch TV and just enjoy life.

And work? Oh God, I haven’t even started working and I already want to die. I feel like I’m going to have to work a lot of hours, which realistically I want to because I need the money but then at the same time I’m starting to question if I necessarily have the time right now.

My responsibilities at the moment include being able to go workout, then go to work, then class and then have time to study for the stupid calculus two class which I DON’T EVEN NEED FOR ANYTHING BUT NEED IT FOR MY MAJOR????? Like what even?

Regardless, I mean if I made it out of freshmen year alive I think I can make it these next seven weeks. I just need to pass to get credits that’s all but like all the material is so hard and I have no idea why I even decided to kill myself and take this class especially if it means I’m going to have to pull a few all-nighters to study for this class and do a crap ton of practice problems until I die.

Oh well, I guess, at least I’m saving money for this class and it won’t cost me anything. I just need fewer hours at work, but I feel like since I’m just starting I wouldn’t be scheduled a lot but who knows. And plus, I would feel bad telling them I need to switch my schedule again because I already did before, and low key I think they already hate me. Man, I miss summer camp.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

86306
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
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?

52239
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

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments