Winter break: my parents are driving me crazy.
“I’ve only been home a few days and my parents are already driving me crazy.” Whether it’s your first or fourth winter break home, reentry to home life can always be a bit challenging. But let’s talk about why your parents are driving you crazy. 1. There is tension every time you make plans with friends […]
I’m just not happy at college.
“Everyone says that college is the best four years of your life, but so far it’s been pretty hard and lonely. Why does it seem like everyone else is doing so much better than me? I’m wondering if I picked the wrong school and maybe need to transfer.” Listen to me. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. […]
I leave for college this weekend. Help!
“I leave for college this weekend! I’m so excited but afraid I’m going to miss something important. What are the top five things I need to do, pack, etc?” First of all, just take a deeeeep breath. As the cliche goes, don’t sweat the small stuff. Enjoy your last few days at home and get […]
How do I make my gap year meaningful?
“I decided to take a year off between high school and college. I am staying home and have an internship lined up. I feel good about my decision but am a bit worried about what my life will be like when all of my friends leave for college. Any advice you have for me?” I […]
How do I survive the summer at home?
“Being home for only a month during Christmas break was really tough. It was like all of my freedom was gone and I was back in high school again. How am I supposed to survive all summer?” This really can be one of the most painful parts of your college experience: Reentry into family life. […]
How do I find direction & meaning in college?
“I’m a junior, double major in Broadcast Journalism and Music. For most of high school until this year, I had planned on being a journalist and having a career in news. But most of this school year, I’ve been almost completely disenchanted with journalism and am feeling directionless. How am I supposed to figure out […]