Clyde Said:

I'm sad about my overall college GPA. Please any advice and words of encouragement?

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GPA does not mean smart or perfect, it means you can buckle down and absorb information fast. I had a similar thing happen to me and to be honest, 4 years after college no one cares about your GPA. You know who you are, make your way in the world, sell yourself. It won't matter what your GPA is if you can do that.

Gene Said:

Looking for advice (college student)...?

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Hi There, if it makes you feel any better although I'm only freshman this year i feel the same way. I'm a shy person, not good at making friends etc. etc. I was this way in high school too. But I joined a club. I know i sounds really stupid cuz that is what everyone tells you to do, join a club. But it really does work. Even if you aren't one hundred percent sure you even like the club, just try it. Being shy isn't terrible because there is always some else just as shy. The trick is to find those people who appear like they are in the same boat as you. Find those awkward people standing in the corner, and gather up the guts the strength the courage anything and just go say hi. That is all it takes just hi. You never know until you try

Connie Said:

8-10 years of being a poor college student?

We Answered:

Your English is better than primary English speakers!

Hang in there. If you have a passion, go for it. I can sympathize, and believe it will definitely be worth it. It is very impressive that you have not accumulated debt thus far! If you need some relief, there is nothing wrong with accepting some help to ease the burden.

Concerning your family - having a child after 28 is perfectly fine, but I am biased. Everyday you become wiser, and being able to utilize that knowledge and pass it on to your child is a gift. Just because you can't see a family now does not mean a thing - life is very unexpected, especially when you think you hae planned it all out.

Hang tough. You will be there before you realize it, and then you will be living the complete life that you want, without regretting you did not complete your education.

Antonio Said:

Really depressed!!!! Any words of Encouragement?

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Let me tell you something that will probably help you feel a bit more relieved, don't look for a job when you're in college. College is a full time thing concentrate on that, you can apply for bursaries, grants and scholarships to get through college.
However, if you are talking about getting a summer job, just go to the salons in the city where you live and show them your resume.
Don't worry, things will look up. I know it sounds cheesy, but people really like to see a genuine smile, plus smiling will make you feel better.
Good luck.

Monica Said:

Words of encouragement please...?

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First of all, don't feel bad about where you are. Plenty of people in their 20s live with their parents, and it's totally understandable considering you have children of your own and your family needs to pool your resources. Be proud that you're making the smart financial decision for your family.

Secondly, look forward to your future - imagine you've finished college and it's your graduation day... picture yourself in your cap and gown, and your sons come up to you with flowers and leis, their faces glowing with pride and admiration at what you've accomplished... picture them bragging to their friends about your degree and entering college themselves because YOU showed them it can be done. Imagine the better, more fulfilling career you'll have with your degree... imagine your coworkers listening to your input with respect, your boss praising your ideas.

Motivated yet? Just keep reminding yourself you CAN do this, the stress is a natural part of the education. Good luck!

Elmer Said:

I'm a single mother and full time college student. How do I make time for everything?!?

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It's unfortunate that time isn't elastic, but, as Einstein discovered, it just keeps going and going and you never get any little extra bits.
What you are doing is very ambitous, and you are to be commended. You aren't alone -- there are many, many young women in your situation and you are all to be applauded. I know how hard it is to work, study, care for family et al. But when the grind really gets to you (and it will, especially before exams when you're trying to find extra time to study and that's when your daughter will come down with measles or something of the sort) give yourself a mental picture of something you are going to do for yourself when the grind is finished. Maybe it's a holiday that you and your daughter can enjoy together. Maybe it's a day at the spa where you can be pampered and spoiled.
As for time managemenet -- now is the time to prioritize EVERYTHING you do. You don't have to iron sheets and pillowcases. No one will drop dead if there is dust on the window sills. There's nothing wrong with sandwich suppers, if that's all you have time for.
The most important things are: your daughter (but you already know that) your studies (because they will be your means of escaping this situation) and your job (because you still have bills to pay).
Take a little time to go outside and take a walk with your little girl. Play on the swings with her. Then come home refreshed, and do whatever needs to be done. A heavy load like the one you are carrying can be lightened with little bits of time off, even if it's something as simple as going outside and blowing bubbles with your daughter for ten minutes, and it's a great stress reliever for you.

Good luck to you, and you'll make out okay. You'll look back on this one day, and wonder how you did it -- but the bottom line is, you WILL do it.

Kathleen Said:

Feeling really down need words of encouragement(Shy person)?

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Think that you are not different from others, you born having same body and same senses like great people. you can do everything if you try your best, never loose your heart. You have the ability to compete your fellows. They have not such a single ability more than you have.