Thursday, March 28, 2013
Really? Only 6 More Weeks...
Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope that everyone had a good time off from school and were able to have some successful self care time. As for me, I was catching up on all of my assignments from when I was in the hospital. But I am back and ready to do this. So far in all of my classes it has been good. But with our field prep course the senior year internship process is becoming stressful. It has been really hard to find a place all on my own as I am not in Humboldt County. I know I can do it, but it is going to require a ton of effort, and I am willing to put that in becasue this is what I want to do for the rest of my life. So therefore, I want to be properly trained and good experience. To think that this semester only has 6 more weeks is scary! we only have a year left before we graduate with our BSWs. Is anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed this semester? I just feel like I have too much going on in conjunction with six online courses. I know that it is my decision, but I also have obligations. And plus its not like I'm going out and partying, I am pretty much just working and doing school. I barely have time for myself or to even hang out with friends. And when I do have time all I want to do is sleep, cause I am so exhausted. I just hope that I do as well as I did last semester, becasue online has really helped me a lot and I love it. I plan on doing my MSW right after my BSW, but I haven't decided if I want to try and come back to Arcata and do it in person, or if I want to do it online. I am just thinking that it might be easier to do with everything more readily available so far as resources. Any thoughts, I could use it?
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I found it hard to find placements out of the area as well, but unless you plan on living and working in Humboldt County after school, you will have to do that either way.
ReplyDeleteThe advantages of this work is that there is a need everywhere you go, so I'm sure with a good deal of research and effort you will find a terrific placement.
You know I was thinking about your stress... This semester has been very rocky for myself as well. I am thankful that you are better and all caught up.
ReplyDeleteOn another note, think about the effort you are putting in to finding a placement for yourself. Now think of all the people you have talked with and the professional network you have already started to build. The hard work will pay off, good luck.
Dani, I am glad to hear you are better and catching up on your work. I agree this is a very stressful semester and with you carrying a full load online I think adds to that stress. You asked for ideas and I agree with Crystal; think back on who you have talked to and where people in your area go for help. You may have to travel a bit to complete your internship but you might have to do that anyway once you're done with school and begin your career. Think outside the box; your internship doesn't have to be in a traditional social service organization. Most importantly, don't give up. Keep up with your work, rest and take care of yourself. It seems that you want this very badly and so there will be sacrifices but in the end you will have achieved the goal you set for yourself and the experience will be irreplaceable. You can do this. Stay well.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry to hear of your illness and am really glad you are getting caught up on all of your work. I think it is really natural to feel overwhelmed mid-semester even under regular circumstances. I am also feeling very overwhelmed with all of my responsibilities. I just keep making lists of things that need to be done and focus on each task as it comes my way. This is one of the hardest semesters I have had as I have had so many personal issues to deal with on top of the work load I signed up for. I know I am going to feel amazing when I make it through this semester. I just remind myself the importance of finding balance even it the midst of chaos!
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