COVID-19 has changed the way we learn and the last year has been really difficult. I don't feel as connected in my classes and I plan to apply to grad school. I don't know how this will affect me as I begin to think about programs to apply to next year.
The amount of time spent on it relies heavily on the other person as well. My partner was really slow to respond and I felt like I had to carry the conversation. He/she wasn't very responsive and didn't really ask any questions to try to understand me.
It was a fun task and pretty easy to do.
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Hi, I have a bit of anxiety as a college student learning during the pandemic. I'm nervous about applying for grad schools.
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Hello, how are you?
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Hi! I'm doing ok, how about you? Are you still there?
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I'm good, thanks for asking. Why are you worried about applying for grad schools? Yes i am here.
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It has been difficult to stay focused in classes this last year with distance learning and just dealing with anxiety and loneliness. My grades suffered a little.
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I'm sorry to hear that. Do you have any friends or family you talk to?
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Not really, I live with my older sister and she's an essential worker, so I don't want to trouble her.
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Maybe you can try and talk to her, your sister probably wants someone to talk to too.
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That makes sense. It's just that times are tough right now for everyone. Not sure what to do about the grad school applications. I need some motivation to get started on these applications... This is going to be rough haha Any tips for writing the personal statement?
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Alright well what is the problem with grad school application.
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Motivation to get started, and just staying on track with completing them
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What is your major?
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I'm apply to public health programs Have you applied to grad schools before? Would love some tips! You're not very responsive.
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That's great. And some tips i would give you is to thank about all the benefits of completing the programs yes i apologize for the long response.
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Thanks, that will be helpful to decide on the programs I want to apply to Are you based in the US?
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You welcome. and yes
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How have you been handling your anxiety during the pandemic? I could use some tips!
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some things you can do is try to do the things that makes you happy and stay positive through this time.
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Anything that has worked for you?
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one thing i have done was have a watch party on hulu with friends which was really fun.
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That does sound fun, especially while staying home. Do you chat with your friends on Zoom?
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