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Kyla
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How do you all balance and maintain a healthy lifestyle with friends, family, and nursing school all at once #fall25?
I am a sophomore in college currently taking pre reqs. I apply for nursing school in the fall of 26. Feeling a little anxious and nervous about it. I’m scared I’m not doing enough.
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Siva Kann
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Hello Kyla,
Andrew’s answer is really solid and very practical, especially the idea of simple routines, small goals, and taking breaks without guilt. I want to add one thing that has helped me stay sane during busy, chaotic seasons of life.
It helps to have a TRUE NORTH.
By that, I mean being clear on why you are doing what you are doing in the first place -- your values, your purpose, and what this phase of life is leading toward. Life will get chaotic, especially in healthcare paths like nursing. Routines break. Plans shift. Energy goes up and down.
During those times, your true north acts like a reference point. It helps you ask:
- Why am I doing this?
- Does what I’m doing today still align with what matters to me?
That perspective makes it easier to keep going when you feel tired, anxious, or when it feels like you’re falling behind.
Wish you the best.
Andrew’s answer is really solid and very practical, especially the idea of simple routines, small goals, and taking breaks without guilt. I want to add one thing that has helped me stay sane during busy, chaotic seasons of life.
It helps to have a TRUE NORTH.
By that, I mean being clear on why you are doing what you are doing in the first place -- your values, your purpose, and what this phase of life is leading toward. Life will get chaotic, especially in healthcare paths like nursing. Routines break. Plans shift. Energy goes up and down.
During those times, your true north acts like a reference point. It helps you ask:
- Why am I doing this?
- Does what I’m doing today still align with what matters to me?
That perspective makes it easier to keep going when you feel tired, anxious, or when it feels like you’re falling behind.
Wish you the best.
Andrew Dinh
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Andrew’s Answer
Totally normal to feel anxious. A few things that helped me find balance:
Keep a simple weekly routine. Not a strict schedule, just a loose plan so school, friends, and downtime all have a place. It makes everything feel way less chaotic.
Stay on top of pre reqs, but don’t overwork yourself. Consistent studying beats marathon cramming. If you are passing classes and actually learning the material, you are already doing enough.
Set small non school goals. Stuff like going to the gym twice a week, calling family on Sundays, or grabbing dinner with a friend once a week. Those tiny habits add up to a healthy balance.
Tell people when you are busy. Friends and family usually understand when you have exams or labs. Communicating early keeps everyone on the same page.
Take breaks without guilt. Burnout hits nursing students fast. Rest literally helps you perform better.
You are only a sophomore and already planning ahead, which is a huge sign that you are doing great. You do not have to have everything figured out right now. You are building the foundation piece by piece, and that is exactly what you should be doing.
Keep a simple weekly routine. Not a strict schedule, just a loose plan so school, friends, and downtime all have a place. It makes everything feel way less chaotic.
Stay on top of pre reqs, but don’t overwork yourself. Consistent studying beats marathon cramming. If you are passing classes and actually learning the material, you are already doing enough.
Set small non school goals. Stuff like going to the gym twice a week, calling family on Sundays, or grabbing dinner with a friend once a week. Those tiny habits add up to a healthy balance.
Tell people when you are busy. Friends and family usually understand when you have exams or labs. Communicating early keeps everyone on the same page.
Take breaks without guilt. Burnout hits nursing students fast. Rest literally helps you perform better.
You are only a sophomore and already planning ahead, which is a huge sign that you are doing great. You do not have to have everything figured out right now. You are building the foundation piece by piece, and that is exactly what you should be doing.