I was always frustrated with classes where the professor made a point of saying that many students failed. This pressure, along with the workload of other classes, only drives students away from genuinely taking an interest in the subject. I am so sorry that you are going through this experience!
Something that helped me in classes like this was thinking: "This is the last time I'm going to deal with this."
Knowing that I would finish that class and then not have to deal with this pressure again made me more focused on understanding what I would need to do to make that happen (is it to review the subject with friends, go out with them to de-stress, or spend a few more days alone to calm down? Do I still have doubts about the theory, or is it better to look for an old quiz from that professor and try to solve the exercises?)
Burnout leaves us with a heavy mind and heart, but I promise that, with a little patience, you'll get back to yourself.
my exam is behind me now, so I'm going to spend the next ten days I have off trying to do as much of only things I enjoy with people I love as I can now
this is definitely relatable as a college student! i hope you’re doing okay and that your finals go well and you get to rest afterwards! you’re doing amazing!
thank youuu!!! you can see by how late I’m replying to this that I’ve been really swamped with preparing for that last final but I think (fingers crossed) it went pretty decently so the intense prep was worth it. really appreciate the supportive words :)
During my BA I would have completely related, but after I got that degree, I took a break and worked for a bit. I learned how to manage my life and get control of myself. I returned to do my MA and things feel much different. Keep going, it’ll get easier I promise!
Everything will be worth it, and everything will get better. I'm always rooting for you in every way I can as a Substack friend. Finish strong, Mr. Strong! :)
I was always frustrated with classes where the professor made a point of saying that many students failed. This pressure, along with the workload of other classes, only drives students away from genuinely taking an interest in the subject. I am so sorry that you are going through this experience!
Something that helped me in classes like this was thinking: "This is the last time I'm going to deal with this."
Knowing that I would finish that class and then not have to deal with this pressure again made me more focused on understanding what I would need to do to make that happen (is it to review the subject with friends, go out with them to de-stress, or spend a few more days alone to calm down? Do I still have doubts about the theory, or is it better to look for an old quiz from that professor and try to solve the exercises?)
Burnout leaves us with a heavy mind and heart, but I promise that, with a little patience, you'll get back to yourself.
You got this!
thank you so much for your support!!
my exam is behind me now, so I'm going to spend the next ten days I have off trying to do as much of only things I enjoy with people I love as I can now
this is definitely relatable as a college student! i hope you’re doing okay and that your finals go well and you get to rest afterwards! you’re doing amazing!
thank youuu!!! you can see by how late I’m replying to this that I’ve been really swamped with preparing for that last final but I think (fingers crossed) it went pretty decently so the intense prep was worth it. really appreciate the supportive words :)
During my BA I would have completely related, but after I got that degree, I took a break and worked for a bit. I learned how to manage my life and get control of myself. I returned to do my MA and things feel much different. Keep going, it’ll get easier I promise!
thank you 🙏🏻 it means a lot to hear that
Everything will be worth it, and everything will get better. I'm always rooting for you in every way I can as a Substack friend. Finish strong, Mr. Strong! :)
thank you!🥹
ngl i have found this to be a majority of my college experience so i can relate
I'm glad you connect with the post but I am really sorry that you can relate to this
thank you so, so much emma💙
i'm really sorry you're in a similar situation, i'm sure we'll get through all this eventually🫂