
Stressed? Don't Regret Me-Time
You change a lot in college. I went from a girl who would have herself dressed up head-to-toe to a girl with gym clothes and a bag full of books. Once I became a college student it seemed like I never had time to do what I enjoyed anymore – I did not even have time to go to the gym! But by the end of my second year of college I figured out how to schedule in me-time.
Busy is sometimes too busy
I did not make the most of my freshman year. Learning to balance classes with other activities was challenging. I felt like I never had time for myself or for what I wanted to do. I never hung out with friends anymore, never got to paint my nails, and never got to even relax.
Confide in a friend
During my second semester, I reconnected with my best friend from high school. It was hard at first trying to reconnect with someone I had spent nearly half a year away from, but we both realized we had something in common – we both had a crazy first semester. My best friend and I helped each other re-discover that we could have fun while still making our studies a priority. Finally, during my sophomore year, I learned how to fit in some fun while keeping my studies a priority.
Make time for yourself
You will put a toll on your mental and emotional health if you don’t set aside some time for me-time. I still do not get time to so my nails every week, or my hair and makeup every morning. I guess that is what happens when you’re learning to balance responsibilities with school and a job. Whether it be an hour each day, or a few hours on the weekend, block out time in your calendar to do something that you enjoy.
I have changed, I believe for the better, and this came with maturity. I learned something new that I live by now. You will never be truly happy if you live with regrets.
About the author

Davki Patel
Davki Patel is currently studying Business at Montclair State University in New Jersey. In her free time she enjoys drawing, singing and hanging out with friends.
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