Anonymous

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If you’re reading this, know that it’s okay to ask for help.

 I am the type of person who believe I can do everything by myself, and usually I’m able to, but after a while it becomes draining. Constantly pouring energy into studying, exec roles, volunteering, and work could be a one-way track to burnout. As students, there’s chances to utilize our community everywhere we go. Throughout my time here I have come to learn that leaning on others does not make me weak, it makes me human. My advice?  Ask your friends for help with studying, even if you all are different majors, another presence will make the environment less stressful. Ask your organization for help with projects, whether it’s an event or tabling opportunity, someone would be willing to help. Ask your roommate for help with chores, everyone has busy weeks and forget basic activities, communicate that. Don’t lose yourself in the ongoing list of tasks and expectations. Reach out and make life a little easier. It’ll take time but you got this!

Anonymous, University of South Carolina

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