What are you thinking RIGHT NOW?

[HereWeStand]

^ What concerns you about living on your own for that time period?

I might almost be done... I dunno what else I could possibly say.

[Marizzle]

^ What concerns you about living on your own for that time period?

Honestly, nearly everything. I've always lived with my parents and, to be honest, I don't know how to do anything - I can't cook, clean properly, shop, etc. Also, I'd be going alone.

[it means no worries]

^ What concerns you about living on your own for that time period?

Honestly, nearly everything. I've always lived with my parents and, to be honest, I don't know how to do anything - I can't cook, clean properly, shop, etc. Also, I'd be going alone.

It can be overwhelming to begin with but you'll get used to it within a few days or a week.
Importantly, things like this teach you self sufficiency which is one of the most bloody handy things ever-the confidence to know you dont need someone constantly looking over your shoulder.

Good luck and have fun being independent!

[Shadowfax]

^ It kinda naturally comes to you that stuff :Marizzle :3 If you've got a while before you have to live alone, maybe start practicing cooking, cleaning etc? I was kinda thrown in the deep end too, but you do just learn to adapt and you'll probably enjoy the freedom :3

I am so ready for bed tonight. Another long one!

[HereWeStand]

^ What concerns you about living on your own for that time period?

Honestly, nearly everything. I've always lived with my parents and, to be honest, I don't know how to do anything - I can't cook, clean properly, shop, etc. Also, I'd be going alone.

If this worries you, I'd suggest you start trying to learn how to do these things now rather than give up on it entirely really. If anything you can view Erasmus as an opportunity to try out being independent for yourself for a little bit to get familiar with being on your own while also getting a really cool experience out of it. Seriously, I remember Erasmus was recommended a lot to us during high school, I wish I had the opportunity to try it out as well but college/uni isn't feasible for me right now. Don't give up on the idea so quickly.

[Queen Elsa]

This chapter's in player boy's POV? I'm both excited and nervous about that....

[Marizzle]

^^Thanks everyone! Yeah, maybe I should use the time to train and learn. Yet, my biggest problem is the fact I'd be living alone - not in Campus - and I'm 100% sure I'd end up feeling lonely, as I hate being alone.
I'm not giving up on it, I'm simply considering applying for the 1st semester of my third year now. It won't be less tough, of course, but, at least, I'll have summer vacation before it, which will allow a better planning. Right now, I feel like everything is being rushed and pressured, since I'm already quite delayed on the sign ups.
Once again, thanks, guys!

[Carl]

I wish she wouldn't be so hard on herself.

[Gemini]

Some people get way too into stuff and really ought to understand other people don't exist to serve them.

Dude, I know. Not even the first time this has happened to you, wtf.

^^Thanks everyone! Yeah, maybe I should use the time to train and learn. Yet, my biggest problem is the fact I'd be living alone - not in Campus - and I'm 100% sure I'd end up feeling lonely, as I hate being alone.
I'm not giving up on it, I'm simply considering applying for the 1st semester of my third year now. It won't be less tough, of course, but, at least, I'll have summer vacation before it, which will allow a better planning. Right now, I feel like everything is being rushed and pressured, since I'm already quite delayed on the sign ups.
Once again, thanks, guys!

Was going to respond to this, lol, but it seems that the problem has been resolved, I guess?

Anyway, just going to say that being independent was, at least for me, one of the best things that could've happened. Granted, I did a lot of cooking before I left college and I knew how to wash dishes and such, and I knew some stuff about money, but... well, I don't tend to tell people this, but I'd never really done an actual load of laundry before. Not to mention a lot of aspects of getting a job and going through school all on your own... it's a new thing. Some stuff will be like that. But it feels natural.

If you want to learn to start cooking, ask your parents while you still live with them. They might be a valuable resource. I, for the most part, really missed out on learning to cook from my parents, but even so, it's still possible to learn. My one friend who was in my grade who inspired me to cook more/better (because she was good at it and did it a lot) simply told me something along the lines of "just start with what you know". If it's things like box meals and spaghetti, that's fine. Just spend time in the kitchen. As you get more comfortable you'll be able to do more things and expand. Take advice and tips from friends/family or online resources. There's plenty of tutorials, recipes, and cooking tips out there that will help.

When I first started cooking on my own at 11, it was basically just boxed mac & cheese and plain spaghetti, and stuff like that. But by the time I moved out I was able to make things like soups and sauces from scratch, and also add things like meat and sometimes vegetables. Granted, I still have a ways to go, and I don't get to cook too much since this dorm doesn't have a kitchen (jgeiwhgiewhfihewifiewhfewrgng) but y'know, those things will probably be helpful next year when I'm actually living in an apartment or one of the barns.

I know I'm only 17 and younger than you so it probably feels weird for me to give advice... so sorry about that. But I have been living on my own for about 6 months now and these are things that helped me, and that I hope will help you, too. ^^ In the meantime, try not to be too anxious about it, I guess? I suppose that's all I can really say on that front. I personally was excited to move out and was counting down the months about three or four years before it actually happened, so I'll admit, I don't have too much to say about those feelings of nervousness. But I think trying to prepare might help for sure.

[Queen Elsa]

Oh no he didn't! That's just wrong....