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Please help me, even though this is long. Even I would usually skip over a post like this, but I need help and I don't feel ready to go to the campus counseling center or otherwise. I am a freshman at a state university about 2 hours away from home and I am so homesick. The worst part is, I've only been away for 3 days and it has just gotten worse. I know I am not that far from home, but I'm worried if I go home that I will never go back. I live in an apartment with two people I don't know who live completely different lifestyles than me. I don't find them mean or anything, but they just aren't people that could become good friends of mine. I don't know anyone here. I want to go home. I miss my girlfriend and my family and my pets. I'm pathetic. I spend half of my time crying. I want to go home so badly, but that will ruin my chances at a four year degree, unless I go to the local community college. Also, my parents are paying 500 dollars / month for this apartment and if I leave, I'm worried my dad will hate me (mom is more understanding). The only time I don't have the extreme urge to cry, run to my car, go home and never come back is during class. I'm going to try to stay strong, but I'm worried it won't EVER get better. Would it be the end of the world if I went back home after this semester? I've been battling anxiety, depression, and OCD for about 8 years... so I already have emotional issues. Now I'm afraid that this has sent me over the edge. I'm scared. I'm looking for words of comfort and advice. Thank you for reading this.
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You'll get used to it
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10:55 am on Aug. 24, 2009 | Joined: July 2009 | Days Active: 23
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Angry Kumquat
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Nothing is going to get better if you don't leave your room and meet people.
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CaptnSaraRae
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Homesick is normal, and this will pass, just give it time. It's time to grow up and spread your wings, it will get worse before it gets better
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KasKade
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It's going to be hard now, especially since it's just hitting you now. I promise you though that it should get easier in time. If it helps, try and call your girlfriend or your parents sometimes to help you get through this.
Homesickness is pretty normal, but you'll be okay in time.
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Amin mele lle
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That must be hard. My fear of being homesick was one of the factors that kept me at home for another two years at the community college. I understand how you feel. I used to go to summer camp, and the first few days I'd just want to go home... But I got used to it. I met people, got used to the food, got used to the environment. You just have to get used to your new schedule, and your new living environment. Maybe try having meals together with your roommates, at least get to know them so it doesn't feel like you're with strangers. And counselors are there for you: I'm sure they'll understand. Call home often, email, skype, whatever. If you wish to talk more, feel free to pm me. :)
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allyllamaa
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it will get better don't worry.
right now you should just try to do stuff to keep your mind occupied like go someewhere to meet some new people.
it will get better.
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Thanks everyone. This is the best advice I've gotten on the subject. Special Agent Orange:
I sound like a puppy? :/ Just Waiting Here:
Thank you for the advice. I'm trying to do all of those things. The feeling is just so overwhelming that I have withdrawn myself from all of those situations. All in all, I'm just worried that I'm not ready for this.
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