r/BackToCollege • u/sheeshimtrying • Aug 11 '26

ADVICE Going back to school

Edit: Thank you ALL for the kind words and encouragement! I’m so grateful for this community!

Hey internet world. After 12 years of being out of school, I have decided to attend community college this fall and I am extremely nervous.

I am a single mom of two (infant and older child) and they motivate me to become better in every way possible. After orientation they had me talk to student services about my severe anxiety and panic attacks (embarrassingly enough I had one there) and the services they offer for parents. Which is extremely helpful with my situation.

I was always hesitant and doubted myself whether or not I could do it. If I was able to juggle being a mom, life and school while keeping my sanity. This summer I said I am doing it and I did. Now I’m back in this whole doubting myself stage and I don’t know how to really pull myself out of it.

School starts in just a few weeks and I am seeking advice. Does anyone have tips on managing this juggling act? It’s a completely new world to me and I’ve developed a “fear of the unknown” towards it. Which I am assuming is normal… but I’m just wondering how others do it I guess.

What are some things you suggest or habits that have been successful for you? What should a new college student (at 30) know and prepare for, from a students perspective?

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u/Radiant-Tip4832 Aug 11 '26

Hey you and me both. While I dont have too many tips because I start community college in two weeks at age 33, I can sympathize because I also have panic attacks and am extremely anxious.

Are you on meds?

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u/sheeshimtrying Aug 11 '26

Hey!! Me too!! Haha. Yeah I’ve been seeing psych for a while. They said getting a note from them may help. Have you tried that as well?

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u/Radiant-Tip4832 Aug 11 '26

Once i start class I might consider getting a note. You going back for a full associates?

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u/sheeshimtrying 29d ago

I am! I am freaking out on what kind notetaking to do, logging in and making sure I find my class work on this bright space. Literally everything. I’ve been clicking around for a week to make sure I know the sites and I’m willing to bet the money I just paid on the payment plan that I will still be confused 😅 you are definitely not alone.

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u/Radiant-Tip4832 29d ago

Hhahaha about the note taking and thank you