Catholics share a rich culture that often starts at birth. However, being Catholic can sometimes be rough on the psyche of of a college student. The dogma and tradition associated with the religion has been a source of laughter and reflection for me throughout my college career. I can't be the only one who has had these thoughts during these specific circumstances.

On A Date:

1. I wonder if he/she is Catholic.

2. Surely he/she believes in God at least.

Maybe I could convert him/her if not!

3. Oh my gosh, what if he/she is atheist?

I don't know if I have the strength to fight that battle!

4. Not that there is anything wrong with atheists!

I have so many atheist friends!

4. I need to chill out.

This is our first date!

In Church During Ordinary Time:

5. Crap. Did I bring cash for the collection?

And how much am I even supposed to put in the basket?!

7. Every one is judging me for not putting money in the basket.

I am a poor college student! Stop looking at me like that.

8. Did I just feel my phone vibrate?

It totally just vibrated. Maaaaaaybe I can sneak a peek real quick-like.

9. These kneelers are so unforgiving.

I have absolutely gained the Freshman Fifteen, and my knees know it!

10. How harshly is God judging me for being hungover?

11. *Expletives*

Oh my gosh, I just swore in my head in church. God is going to smite me!

During Lent:

12. Should I give up alcohol for Lent?

HAHA no.

13. I should at least give up something that will be difficult.

Peanut butter again? Chocolate? Texting my ex? The possibilities are endless!

14. Crap. It's Friday!

*casually spits out chicken.*

15. Seriously, where are these people every other day of the year?! (On Ash Wednesday)

Do they even know how to church?

16. Can I break my fast on Sundays?

That brownie looks like heaven! I'm allowed to stuff it in my mouth today, right? I will eat ALL of the chocolate today! I'll pray extra hard tomorrow.

When It's Time For Confession:

17. Do I really have to confess all my sins?

I know the priest isn't supposed to judge, but he's only human!

18. The priest is going to tell me I can't be saved and am just going to Hell.

19. I am the worst human being on the planet.

20. Do I remember all the words to the Act of Contrition?!

It's been a while.

21. I really should start being a better person.

22. Catholic Guilt is real.

Are we the only branch of Christianity that not only acknowledges our sins, but also makes us say them out loud in a dark room?!

22. I'm clean! God loves me! I'm going to do so much better!

In A Serious Relationship:

23. I need to start making him/her go to mass with me.

He/she was raised Catholic, but are they practicing?

24. We are totally going to get married in my home church.

25. I hope he/she knows that my siblings have first dibs on being the godparents of our first born.

Any Given Day:

26. I wonder if my roommate wants go to to mass with me.

I know she's not Catholic, but going by myself gets so old.

27. I really hope strangers don't think I hate gay people.

Seriously. I am an ally! I hate this stigma.

28. Is this an appropriate outfit to wear to church?

It would just be so much easier if I could leave mass and go to that party...

29. Why don't I pray before meals anymore? I used to always pray before meals.

30. Should I go to the Saturday vigil and miss pre-gaming or should I set my alarm now and hope I wake up tomorrow morning?

31. I wouldn't trade being Catholic for anything.

Catholicism has its ups and down, but it's such an awesome community! #Blessed