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Arriving at university<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before I started university, I tried to free myself from any expectations of what it would be like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the moment I opened the acceptance email to the night before I moved into my new room, I kept all my thoughts and worries at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, this anxiety-induced state of denial meant that I couldn\u2019t properly prepare myself for what was to ensue in the following weeks of my life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, summer was finally over and it was time for me to for one of my lifetime dreams to begin… <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living space: my hobbit hole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the morning, as me and my family got into the car, I still couldn’t fully grasp the idea that I was moving out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When we arrived I swung open the door to my room<\/a> I was so happy – it exceeded my expectations. I immediately felt inspired to transform it into a sanctuary that would truly be my own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an introvert, it was really important for me when starting university to have a place that felt safe and reassuring. Especially after a long day of pretending to be someone who knew what they were doing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But as the day progressed I became more and more confident that I could make it through on my own. So much so that by the time my parents left, I wasn\u2019t as scared as I’d expected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freshers’ week: starting university <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the following week, I spent the majority of my days going to events and exploring the campus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By night there were many parties and clubs to attend. Although that was never really my scene, I was determined to explore something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is a bit of pressure when starting university – meeting new people and going new places – but I’m so glad I did it. As well as trying something new it also made me aware of other things to do<\/a> that were more up my street. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I wasn\u2019t being awkward in nightclubs, I explored the university grounds. It was surprising to find how prominent nature is around campus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or perhaps the autumn season tricked me into thinking it was? Either way, I managed to uncover so many beautiful, nature-filled campus spaces<\/a> that make me happy every time I walk through them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A campus filled with nature<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Emotions: coping with uncertainty <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have been so excited to settle in over the past few months, but there were times when I felt slightly overwhelmed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of the events, lectures, opportunities and people made such a dynamic and enjoyable introduction to life at university<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But with so much going on sometimes it was hard to keep a grasp over my emotions. Something which I am slowly coming to realise is all part of the ‘adulting’ experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ve spoken to many different people about this. Now I understand that this state of emotional uncertainty is a natural response to all the change that is happening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A huge part of developing as a young adult is learning to recognise and deal with your emotions. So far, university has provided quite the suitable environment to do this in. With that in mind, I admit that I treasure every aspect of this experience so far. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking through my list of goals, I hope that I will be able to confidently check each item off, leaving the university as the best version of myself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thinking about applying for university?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get the inside scoop and advice on what to expect with our starting university stories<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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