Number 1:- This is
first and foremost, People might seem cold.
When I went to college. On my first day, I came back home
and I cried. I just did not like the cold vibes in general as I was a really
happy kid in my school who would make jokes etc. But when we go to college, the
seniors that we see around us are mature now and know the bitter truth of the
world. Before college, we would go to a local school where kids are pretty much
only from that area, so they don’t feel like strangers. But when I came to
college I realized that there is a bigger world out there. People come from
different backgrounds and have different natures. It took a while for me to
understand that.
Number 2:- Try to
understand how processes work in your college and ask for help whenever needed
You might need to deal with Student Resource Centre
regarding which courses you don’t want to take. Similarly, there might be a
time when you need to talk to your department’s HOD. Sometimes students are
afraid to talk regarding their queries and don’t discuss them with their
Teachers or discuss them with the concerned Person for certain reasons like
they might not help him out or what If I am asking the wrong person or maybe I
am not following the procedure properly etc. But my point is don’t be scared as
once you stop reaching people for your queries this becomes your habit and can
affect you very badly during your studies as well because then stop asking
teachers for help out of habit even If You are facing any problems in your
course.
Number 3:- Be a
smart Worker rather than Hard Worker
When I was in college I would be on campus from 9:00 am to
6:00 pm. I would take classes and hardly had breaks in between especially in
the first two semesters, as our university had made it compulsory to take 6
courses per semester in the first two semesters. I hated staying in college for
such long hours. I didn’t like studying
in Library as I was the only child and loved studying in my room instead. My
home was near my college, so I would take up all the Assignments and work at
home. I was tutoring kids from 7 pm to 9 pm. After 9, I would have dinner and
do my studies. It was exhausting. I never enjoyed Assignments this way. As I
had sleep deprivation issues etc. Also, the friends that I hung out with on
campus would never let me study alone. Even If I did have a break, they would
come and we would have a chat, etc. so that was another factor that I was not studying
smartly.
Never go for more courses per semester like 6 courses,
always go for fewer courses, so you have less burden and you can understand
your concepts in a better way. In case University has made it compulsory etc.
talk to the Administration that you will take those two extra courses in the summer
semester. Also, try to utilize your breaks as much as you can so you don’t have
to study late and compromise your sleep.
Number 4:- Smart
kids will make it hard for you to catchup
In class, smart kids will be Teacher’s favorite as they will be picking Concepts faster and answering more quickly. It’s okay but this can create a gap between Teachers and the Average student or even more for those who are usually not enthusiastic. What happens is that Teacher will go with the pace of smart kids in class and the average student will feel lagged in terms of concept. If you are one of those average kids just like me then don’t let it happen and talk to your Teacher that he/she is going too fast and needs to slow down. This will ease your life.
Number 5:- Try to
understand concepts first but put more effort into practical work
In my first semester in college, we studied basic
electronics we had an understanding of series and parallel circuits, etc. But
then I think I always focused more on theory back then. Focusing on Theory is great but practical
work is way more important & the students should focus more on staying in
the Campus Labs like helping Lab In-charge with organizing their equipment and
helping them out with day-to-day activities there whenever possible. This sort
of pushes you more into practical work and you develop more interest.
Number 6:- It’s ok
to stay isolated sometimes if you find it peaceful
I was a student who had only a few friends in college but I
always saved myself from College Drama. I did not gossip as I never enjoyed gossiping.
I would never say bad comments behind anyone’s back. This helped me go through
my College Life without any Drama. It saved me from unnecessary debates etc. if
my friends were not around. I would still be alone as I liked being alone with
myself. Everyone doesn’t need to follow it as everyone has their personality
but try being quieter and don’t interfere in other people’s business as it can
be very helpful and can save from unnecessary fights etc.
Number 7:- Take
care of your health, Eat and Drink on time
This was so hard back then as I was the person who would
focus only on the Classes etc. and ignore my basic needs. This was quite
challenging as I have a bad habit of not caring for myself and eventually, I
would dehydrate, etc. quite often which was exhausting, so health comes first.
Number 8:- Keep
away from Negativity and Overthinking
Everyone says that Negativity and Overthinking are bad for
your health. But it’s really hard to get out of it, once we get stuck in the
habit of doing that. The most common reason for feeling negative and
overthinking is being “Impatience”. Two things that save us from Negativity and
Overthinking are that we learn to be Patience and make Meditation part of
everyday life. Adapt these two things and it will be really helpful.
Number 9:- Have
faith in God
Faith is Important. Have faith in God. You can only try your
best. But then there is something we can forget and that is “fate”. So have
faith in God and hope that everything will be alright and don’t be hard on
yourself as it will only burden you and won’t be any helpful.
Number 10:- Don’t
miss Family Gatherings & Weddings to make your studies the center of your
world
We are humans and we all have obligations and rights. You should
give importance to studies and not waste time but missing family gatherings etc.
is not going to save any time except giving you regrets for the rest of your
life. Don’t Jam your whole life just to focus on your studies. You have to keep
everything going in your life and that is how a good and responsible person
lives and it gives you inner satisfaction.
These are the “Top 10 things” that you should keep in mind and give your best. This way, you will not only love your College Life but will also have a balanced personal life full of Gratitude and Inner peace. I wish everyone to have a great journey as a college student as these four years will help in “Reshaping” and “Rebuilding” your character.
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