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Latwell Nyangu
Youth Interactive Writer
I believe there are two undeniable truths about college life – it will not last forever and it won’t be easy.
Perhaps the most profound realisation that we as students can make in order to successfully navigate this life is actually quite simple, we do not have all the answers, and that’s okay.
In fact, it is necessary in order to realise that as this college life continues to test us, our composition and our foundations, the source of our perseverance comes not from pretending to be able to coolly handle life, but rather from realising that others may be able to guide us through our storms.
Life as a college student is beautiful. It is also hard. And it is more difficult than high school.
Obviously, your classes and homework are of utmost importance when attending college. However, it is important not to let them consume you to the point where you are not enjoying other experiences and activities.
My task this week is to tell a scholar, don’t skip stages, cherish every moment you have here, and take advantage of the opportunities you have to not only do what you love, but to try new things and explore the world.
I have seen victims of stage skippers and it gave me the desire to hint on the matter.
But above all, make sure responsibility is your first priority!
Before you know it, you will be weeks away from college wondering where that time went and looking forward to the future and real life.
But this is it. This is life. We may try to ignore the cliché, but it really is about the road, not the destination.
Do what you love because, after college, it may be harder to participate in your hobbies. Try new things because they may never be presented to you as easily in the future as they happen while at college. Explore because you might not have the time to do so once you have graduated.
So enjoy every moment that you can and make the most of the time you have here. I have learned to appreciate even the little things that college has to offer. Be sure to talk to people in your classes, join a club, get involved with your floor and building if you live on campus, join a fraternity or club or whatever it is you wish to do.
Enjoy every moment and do not wish the year away.
There’s no denying that we should study. But we should not do it all the time, nor should we socialise all the time either. This imposed balance meant that when you do study, study better.
I genuinely enjoyed college life and learning that I don’t have any regrets. This college life has so much to offer, incredible people, interesting lecturers, insane arts and sports programmes, unforgettable camps and trips, there are clubs, and house activities, and dress-up days, and games.
Make the most of these things, ditch the textbook occasionally, because, retrospectively, those experiences are so much more valuable and memorable than a mere 15 minutes of happiness.
When I reflect back upon my time at college, I can tell you that the journey is an arduous one full of change and discomfort, yet as with all things in life, the process is the most beautiful part.
College life can be a cruel place to those of us who have not developed the ability to shield ourselves from its assaults, and so the idea of disarming our hearts and minds seems counter-intuitive.
By not skipping stages, yours truly is not encouraging irresponsibility but take each stage, step by step as you move on with life.
College life has a lot to deal with; it involves balancing your academics and social life. I know for sure, every college student out there has experienced how stressful it is to manage your time, especially when you are about to submit all the requirements needed in each subject at the same time.
If you think being happy in college is impossible, think again.
During your college years, there will be many different things that require your attention.
Your school work, extracurricular activities, maybe a part-time job, and if you would like to have a social life, that too.
Time will be the most important commodity you have. Learning to make the most of it is vital to your success both inside and outside the classroom.
Not every day is a good day, and not every year is a good year. What can you learn from those setbacks, and how can you keep moving forward no matter what?
Parents make it a goal to do whatever they can to improve the lives of their children.
It is known that in early childhood development, the first five years are critical. While no two children develop on the exact same timeline, there are sensitive time periods in which major developmental milestones are reached.
One of the most critical stages of development and learning is from birth to five years old. The first five years of childhood development are crucial to their health, well-being, and the overall trajectory of their lives in a variety of ways. Fortunately, there are many things that parents can do to help in their child’s growth and development.
Children need to be nurtured, talked to, and supported by their parents, especially during their first five years of life. But what if this doesn’t happen? What if a child’s caregiver neglects their parental duties? When parents fail to meet the emotional, physical, and mental needs of their child during these growth stages, that’s when future mental problems begin to develop.
This applies as well to life stages as a college student.
Many things happen at college, social life, relationships, new friends, partying, trips, drinking among many life activities.
As a student, you ought to have one or two of these. By virtue of being a student, I am also a part-time tutor at a local college where I get to meet students regularly.
One thing that boggles my mind, I find some students who don’t belong to any class.
They are not drinkers, they don’t come to college early, they don’t smoke, no girlfriend or boyfriend, and you wonder where they belong.
As a student, find somewhere you can fit, this matters in the future life. I have realised that some of the students have mental issues because of not participating in stages of life at college.
My point remains, enjoy the stage to avoid disaster in the future. By not skipping a stage, it doesn’t mean you should be irresponsible.
Going to college is a profound change, and even the most prepared adventure.
As students set new priorities or adopt different lifestyles, it opens them up to pressures that they may have resisted in the past.
As a student, getting involved with others and campus activities are healthy pursuits. Involvement can breed positive thoughts and feelings and is related to good self-esteem and academic success.
There is a need to party smart and if you choose to drink alcohol and enjoy partying, do it in ways that don’t harm yourself or others, and don’t result in poor academic performance.
Do everything in moderation.
The college years are a time to develop independence and autonomy. This occurs when you become your own person and develop new relationships in your new community.
If you think you need a relationship, maintain healthy one. Avoid “toxic” relationships, but also do a lot of give and take with your friends.
Put effort into resolving conflicts in ways that honour yourself and others. Stay in touch with those that support you.
Don’t be a victim of stage skipping!
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