Coping With Change

College is, for many, a time of great change and self-discovery. Some students cope with these changes better than others, each in their own unique way. I am no different. Whether the challenge is being out of the house for the first time, building credibility, or just making new friends; we’ve all been there, and we’ve all done it our own way.
For me, moving out on my own was the biggest, and abrupt, change thus far in my life. It has had its up’s and down’s, the greatest down being building credibility, but otherwise it hasn’t been anything I can’t handle. Not all changes have been easy in my life; don’t misunderstand. Change in some areas of my life is more difficult than others; I’m sure the same goes for others’ lives as well as my own. But much of this change is necessary, so that we can grow and mature as young students, and as people. Without it, well, life would be pretty boring.
Moving out of my house, as I mentioned before, has been my greatest challenge yet. I’m miles away from home, I know next to no one, and I am learning what it’s like to live on my own, and make my own decisions. But although when I first arrived I had no clue as to how to start my life, I have since found several friends that have helped me get my new life started. My classes have taught me several lessons as well. I’ll continue to use these throughout the rest of my college career.