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28 Daily Thoughts of College Students

"I want to thank Google, Wikipedia, and whoever else invented copy and paste. Thank you."

Kennesaw State University

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I know every college student has daily thoughts throughout their day. Whether you're walking on campus or attending class, we always have thoughts running a mile a minute through our heads. We may be wondering why we even showed up to class because we'd rather be sleeping, or when the professor announces that we have a test and you have an immediate panic attack.

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6 Life Lessons That I Learned While Being A Collegiate Athlete

Athletics teaches you so much more than your sport! It has the power to shape you into a better person.

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6 Life Lessons That I Learned While Being A Collegiate Athlete

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Being a collegiate athlete was hands down the highlight of my college career. I had so many great opportunities that I will forever be grateful for. With that being said, balancing both school and athletics can be hard, however, it is so worth it! Throughout my experience, not only did I improve in my sport, but I also learned many life lessons that have been beneficial in my life outside of athletics.

Whether you are an athlete or not, here are 6 important lessons that being a collegiate athlete taught me!

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Mental Health

A Day In The Life Of A Socially Anxious Person

"I better lower the volume of my phone. Someone sitting next to me might hear what music I'm listening to and judge my song choice."

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According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), social anxiety disorder affects 15 million adults in the United States. It is one of the most common mental illness and yet a lot of people don't know what social anxiety disorder (SAD) exactly is and have misconceptions about it. Social anxiety is often misunderstood as shyness. However, SAD goes beyond shyness. For someone with SAD, daily social interactions can be stressful to handle because of fear of negative evaluation and embarrassment.

To eliminate misunderstandings and spread awareness about SAD, here's a picture diary of what a day in the life of a socially anxious person looks like.

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Meet The Instaholics, An Inevitable Byproduct Of The Instagram Generation

Among the millennials it is about capturing the perfect moment, displaying the perfect caption, but how are we really shaping into the Instagram generation?

Arizona State University

Meet The Instaholics, An Inevitable Byproduct Of The Instagram Generation

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The first time I created an Instagram was the summer before my freshman year of high school. My middle school days were spent behind Tumblr and Facebook and Instagram wasn't as popular as it is now in the year 2019. The only reason why I ever created one was to explore One Direction's daily lives, but the intention was never to capture and highlight every moment of my daily life.

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100 Little Things To Live For When You Feel Like Giving Up

I hope you can find inspiration to keep going, even when you feel hopeless, because there is always something to live for.

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100 Little Things To Live For When You Feel Like Giving Up

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I have to admit, sometimes life feels overrated. When my mental health issues are particularly bad, the stress and monotony of daily life are enough to fill me with utter despair. When combined with anxiety about the future and the chaos of the world around me, I can sometimes get stuck in a pit of hopelessness.

Sometimes it's the big things that keep me going, such as my family and my partner, but more often than not it is the little things that get me through. It's okay if sometimes the only thing that is keeping you alive is your favorite song or cuddling with your kitty at night. Mental health issues like anxiety and depression are complex and often need lifelong management, but if you can find some small things to hold on to on the hard days, it will be just a little bit easier to make it through.

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Accepting That I Have Panic Disorder For This Current Season Of My Life

All I can say it comes to one word, and that is "life."

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This post is very personal, and I was hesitant to write about this. But, I need to put it out here because my feelings matter, and I am not alone.

I remember the first time I had a panic attack. I was on my couch watching a video, and all of a sudden I went to go take a shower and I could feel my bones start to become weak, my mind felt like it wasn't in the full moment, and I got the urge to escape and catch my breath.

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28 Daily Thoughts of College Students

"I want to thank Google, Wikipedia, and whoever else invented copy and paste. Thank you."

1. I'm so tired. I need a nap. Maybe I can sleep with my eyes open in class? Or pretend I'm not napping?

2. We have a test today? Why didn't anyone tell me? Did I know this?!

3. Can I quit school yet? It's only October, and I need a vacation.

4. The struggle is so real.

5. I'm so broke. SOS.

6. Stressed? Eat everything you own in your pantry and stuff your face with all your feelings.

7. "Did we have anything due in class today? Homework? Quiz? Test?" "Not that I know of..."

8. I need food. Where is the closest place to get food? I need it stat.

9. This is the longest day of my life. I need a drink, or two, or three.

10. Sleep? What is sleep? What a foreign concept.

11. When someone suggests going and studying in the library, let alone studying in general.

12. When the cafeteria or student center is packed and you can't find a seat anywhere so you literally have to sit in an abandoned corner.

13. When you see someone you used to hook up with. They see you, and approach you; so you have to pretend like everything is normal.

14. When you get your exam and realize you didn't study as much as you should have.

15. When you crush it on an exam or paper that you totally bullshitted.

16. I need a grande, extra strong coffee to get me through today.

17. When the professor announces you have a project due the following week with no instruction on what it's on and how to do it.

18. Is it Friday yet? Where's the weekend when you need it most?

19. It's freezing in here. I feel like I'm sitting in an igloo. I should have brought a jacket or worn long pants.

20. Did I remember my book? Damn, I forgot the book, and of course I need it for that quiz in class.

21. I would pay a million dollars to not go to class today; or actually never again.

22. I need a hoverboard to ride to class. Maybe then I wouldn't be running 15 minutes late to class every day.

23. Oh she/he's cute! I wonder if they're single. Who are they texting? They're BF/GF? I wonder if they think I'm cute. Could they be a potential new bae?

24. Why is there never any parking? I pay thousands of dollars a year for one parking spot to be open.

25. When it feels like you've been in class for an hour and you look at your phone and it has only been five minutes (I'm crying on the inside).

26. When the professor asks if there are any more questions at the end of class and someone raises their hand.

27. When you get assigned the most incompetent group of people possible for a group project.

28. I need a comfort dog so I can avoid all life and school responsibilities.

6 Life Lessons That I Learned While Being A Collegiate Athlete

Athletics teaches you so much more than your sport! It has the power to shape you into a better person.

1. Being on time is late.

2. Always remember your represent something bigger than yourself.

3. Time management is everything.

4. No matter your age you are always learning.

5. Don't over commit yourself.

6. Enjoy every moment!

A Day In The Life Of A Socially Anxious Person

"I better lower the volume of my phone. Someone sitting next to me might hear what music I'm listening to and judge my song choice."

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Meet The Instaholics, An Inevitable Byproduct Of The Instagram Generation

Among the millennials it is about capturing the perfect moment, displaying the perfect caption, but how are we really shaping into the Instagram generation?

100 Little Things To Live For When You Feel Like Giving Up

I hope you can find inspiration to keep going, even when you feel hopeless, because there is always something to live for.

1. Puppy kisses.

2. Autumn.

3. Falling leaves.

4. The changing of seasons.

5. Halloween.

6. Pumpkin patches.

7. Yellow roses.

8. Champagne with friends.

9. Coffee dates.

10. The smell of coffee.

11. Alone time.

12. Exploring bookstores.

13. Reading new books.

14. The smell of fresh paper.

15. The smell of old books.

16. Wildflowers.

17. Walking your dog.

18. Cuddles.

19. Quiet libraries.

20. Morning coffees.

21. Movie nights.

22. Rainy days.

23. Trying new foods.

24. Fuzzy socks.

25. Hot showers after long days.

26. Naps.

27. Thrift shops.

28. Antique stores.

29. Road trips.

30. New songs.