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Posted 3/7/2013 3:31 AM (GMT 0)
For those of you at college, do you have any coping techniques?
I think I have taken on about my limit this semester, I'm taking 6 classes and I didn't expect to have to put half as much work in as I am, plus I started working 12 hrs a week which I didn't plan, how do you manage studying staying motivated whilst being tired n not getting stressed?

I just feel like college has started me stressing over such small things again and I worry it could become a catalyst

I'm registered at the disability office so if I need time off its okay but I can't take time off or ill fall behind... :/

I've just started exercising which will hopefully help me sleep better and gain some more energy but right now I am just brain dead and exhausted.

Any advice welcomed!
Posted 3/7/2013 4:05 AM (GMT 0)
I am finally in my last semester of college! But I know how you feel, its been a long 5 years. I also have 5 classes and work and yes its super stressful especially in an active flare. I think about quitting alot-work that it. If you feel like it's getting too much, let go of the job, not school! Do not give up on your studies! Also, does your campus have a wellness center? Students are covered and they usually have counseling services, it could really help! If homework seems too much, just remember to give yourself a lot of time, plan ahead and start working on big assignments more than 2 weeks ahead of time. You won't get so stressed out or feel like it's hanging over your head. Plus-if you're flaring, it will have bought you some time.

Good luck with everything!
Posted 3/7/2013 6:46 PM (GMT 0)
I'm so jealous lol I was supposed to be graduating this spring but silly crohns always gets in the way, I basically withdrew my university in England then moved to the US and continued college here but they didn't transfer any of my credits :/ which has its ups and downs because schooling is different here it's nice to get to grips with it in the early stages but it also sucks.
So I basically will only have 34 hours done by the end of this semester :( lol

I wish I didn't have to work but my parents run me about so I'm saving for a car I miss having my independence it's going to be worth it (I keep trying to convince myself lol) I also need to work to get my parents off my back lol they don't realise how tiring school is at least if in working I'm out the house more often then I'm home lol I wish they got it but they're busy bodies that can't sit still, but I baby sit so when I put them down to nap I usually take a sneaky nap too hehe but today is studying :(

I might look into the wellness center it's hard to fit stuff like that in living off campus
I just find it hard to stay ahead as the work gets harder I fall further behind lol.

Thanks I think I just like to reach out n share with those who understand! Just wish more than anything my parents or I had a friend who knew what it's like to have to force yourself to do everything lol giving up is so easy but will not better this situation when I can't rely on mum n dad anymore lol

Thanks :) good luck in ur last semester!!!
Posted 3/8/2013 1:40 AM (GMT 0)
I am in my last semester of nursing school. It was very stressful before I got sick and diagnosed with Chrons. I had to take a year off because of how sick I was and all the surgeries. I take it one day at a time, made one of those desk calendars with my classes, work, dr appts and times written down everyday and anything else I have going on so I can see my schedule. I remind myself everyday that if something is wrong tomorrow will be better. It is one thing in the whole picture. One bad test grade will not kill you, prioritize your work.

Get sleep, go out with friend(s) even if its for a half hour for coffee or something to decompress and talk. Don't be afraid to tell people no. If you are tired, rest. Procrastinating is easy but makes more stress in the end. Have a friend or two you can talk to or call/txt if you need to vent. Keep a journal. Appreciate little things like feeling ok that day and having no pain... I could barely walk this time last year so getting out of bed today even though I hurt I am miles ahead of where I was at my worst so far. It makes school seem much less of a big deal after I was diagnosed with Chrons. My health is much more important to me now than it was before. I can't graduate if I'm not healthy enough to go or in the hospital. Perspective on things I guess is the point of that...
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