A Freshman's Reflection Of The First Semester Of College
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A Freshman's Reflection Of The First Semester Of College

Think you'll be great, and you'll be great!

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A Freshman's Reflection Of The First Semester Of College
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Before I even packed my bags and made me way to Georgia Southern, I thought that I would be unable. I thought I would be unable to do the work, unable to survive on my own, unable to make friends, and just unable to be okay in general. Looking at all the work that surrounds me during finals week, I realize I did it.

I completed my assignments. I didn’t have to drop any classes. And now I’m also realizing, that I need to be more confident in myself. I was terrified to start school and really for no reason. I made it through a whole semester without once actually considering dropping out. Even right now as I’m jam-packed with tests, meetings, and trying to get ready to leave, I feel confident that I’ll push through this last week.

Now that I’m adjusted, hopefully I can perform much better next semester. While there were and are so many things that could go wrong, they could and would only go wrong if I allow them to. Confidence is truly key. Without it, doubt may make for a negative mindset which will in turn have a negative impact. Think you’ll be great, and you will be great.

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