Venting Tired.

[Stalechips]

I'm in my third year of college, but it's starting to feel like I can't handle it anymore. I'm completely drained, both mentally and physically, and I've started thinking about suicide as a way to make all of this pressure and exhaustion disappear. The idea of dropping out has also crossed my mind, but just thinking about it fills me with fear. I don't know how to keep going, and the thought of having to start over somewhere else feels impossible. I'm so tired, but I don't know what to do or where to turn.

 

[ropearoundatree]

I'm in my third year of college, but it's starting to feel like I can't handle it anymore. I'm completely drained, both mentally and physically, and I've started thinking about suicide as a way to make all of this pressure and exhaustion disappear. The idea of dropping out has also crossed my mind, but just thinking about it fills me with fear. I don't know how to keep going, and the thought of having to start over somewhere else feels impossible. I'm so tired, but I don't know what to do or where to turn.

Hello, I think that if you have not tried to get some professional help & treatment, then that might be one avenue to consider. Especially considering your age, and the cirucmstances, as well as the place & time you are at in your life. That's just my personal belief, however... And you are entitled to yours~
Only thing I would say, is that, the way in which you feel now. Is not necessarily the way you're going to feel later. Take care! :)

 

[Soupster]

I will say for college, what you're feeling is honestly, more normal than you'd expect. I'd really encourage you to reach out to support options and see if you can figure out a plan that works for you. I reduced my course load my third year and took an extra semester to make up for it. I had friends take gap years, or change their major to something less stressful. I knew people who chose to drop out. Some motherfuckers just powered through it - props to them I guess.

There are lots of options. Take your time to explore them and see what's right for you!

 

[Stalechips]

I will say for college, what you're feeling is honestly, more normal than you'd expect. I'd really encourage you to reach out to support options and see if you can figure out a plan that works for you. I reduced my course load my third year and took an extra semester to make up for it. I had friends take gap years, or change their major to something less stressful. I knew people who chose to drop out. Some motherfuckers just powered through it - props to them I guess.

There are lots of options. Take your time to explore them and see what's right for you!

Thanks for your advice. I've decided to take a Leave of Absence from college to give myself the time to rest and figure out what I really want to pursue in life. Your words really helped me.