Adjusting to college

It's my second night at college as a freshman, and I've been experiencing some things. Just wondering if it's normal.

- Even though I slept a lot over the summer, I slept at around 1:30 am last night and woke up at 5 am. I had trouble going back to sleep even though I felt very tired.

- While I don't necessarily miss my family, it sometimes gives me discomfort knowing I won't be back home for a while, especially when it's night time and dark or quiet.

- There are a lot of events in college to meet people and big group gatherings, but I'm finding them exhausting and don't feel like I'm able to connect with people or really make friends yet.

Is this normal, and will it get better when classes start and as time goes on?

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pjgirl · F

You will be fine - just relax and look around. You will soon meet people and get more out of it

Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

You're just adjusting to a new environment.
Most of us feel the uncertainty of life when we're waiting for things to start.

MissTaken · 36-40, F

It can be difficult adjusting to a new environment and way of life but I’m sure it won’t be long before you are making the most of it. 🙂

dancingtongue · 80-89, M

Yep. Entirely normal for a major adjustment in your living arrangements, and most likely your first time away from home/family. , Which is why most colleges have a built in orientation buffer before classes start. Just relax, be yourself. You will settle in and be comfortable before you know it.

robertsnj · 56-60, M

Like the others said you will be fine. What you know what you want to major in yet? You took a few years off after high school I see. What did you do in that time?

College social life is fleeting. The people you connect with and bond with will transfer out flunk out, or take coursework / life work in a way you are not around them anymore.

SW-User

@robertsnj Oh I didn't take years off after high school haha. Did something I say make it seem like that?

robertsnj · 56-60, M

@SW-User your age is 22-25 , most people start college 18-19 years old

4meAndyou · F

I think you need to give it at least 6 weeks before you decide it is exhausting. Big moves to strange places have an effect. Most adults experience minor trauma when they move from one home to another. Give yourself time.

SW-User

I wouldn't know. I attend a local college and still live at home. I've met a few people through my studies but haven't attended any events.

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