Everyone knows the struggle from summer to the first day of class. It is typically a mix of anxiety, nervousness, and happiness. You’re happy to see friends, meet new people, and return to a schedule. On the other hand, you have new classes and professors that you haven’t quite figured out yet.

My best advice? Take each day one day at a time. Every first week of school can be chaotic. You may have a class schedule, but you have not yet figured out your personal schedule. Take the first two weeks to figure out what works best for you.

A second piece of advice: focus on yourself. Going back to school means adjusting to what works for you. Every student will do what works best for them–so do what works best for you! Don’t let other people mess with your head.

My final words? Everyone feels the way you do. Whether you are a 1L and feeling anxious due to a new school, or a 3L or 4L freaking out about jobs after graduation and the Bar. Everyone goes through the same emotions, even if they are good at hiding it. You are not alone in how you’re feeling!

With that, I hope everyone has an easy transition away from summer and back into the academic year!

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