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realistic college advice 🤍

school is actually really hard and it’s also not for everyone. if you find yourself struggling it is OK! i promise that with the right outlets it gets easier. in fall 2023, i failed 4 classes, was on academic probation, and was considering leaving uni. it took a breakup, bout of the flu, 2 jobs, a stupid amount of studying, and a lot of late-night heart to hearts but i learned how to navigate college and all she comes with. i crochet, im the vice president of the yoga club, my gpa is better, i have great friends, plus i learned how to cook. it takes time, and tears but life does get better. shoutout to my hbcu for teaching me how to navigate life.

-lydia

#collegestudentlife #college #roomtour #cookingideas #crochetcontentcreator

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I have an eight am 😭it was the only one of my classes available that fit with my schedule 😭😭

I’m a 20 y/o junior too, and everything in this post is SO real😭

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