man… this is my first semester being away from home. I was doing very good! And then Thanksgiving break hit. And it was like the best week of my entire life. And now I miss home lots. :( I helped my brother get started on the Elden Ring DLC, actually ate food that wasn’t like 100% healthy, I was surrounding by people who actually know my name… oomphf.

i’ll prolly get over it in a day or two (that’s usually how these things go) but what wisdom do you have for me in these troubling hours?

Biggest thing that always helped me was keeping myself busy. Whether that was school, internships, or personal hobbies (gaming, camping, hiking, watching movies/tv shows) etc. I couldn't get homesick if I didn't have the time to think too much about it. Next thing I knew, weeks would go by and got used to it.

I remember the feeling; I felt similarly when I first moved out of home to live on campus at Uni back in 2009. Until then I'd lived my life in a small rural town of 2000 people, but my Uni was in the country's second biggest city, a huge change of pace!

I'd second that you should focus on things you enjoy; play some good games, listen to music you like, read a book, go for a walk/jog, keep yourself occupied.
If chatting here will help, I'm happy to help out there. :)

@curl-6 and @G2ThaUNiT: Thank you for your suggestions. :) Unsurprisingly, after only a few hours, I’m mostly good now! it seems I just needed to get re-familiarized with the status quo at college.

I had feelings of this at college. Talking to your family helps when apart, realizing separation is temporary, realizing you still have a roof over your head, finding something nostalgic or relaxing helps too. As long as you get your other responsibilities done, maybe lay down a bit earlier and relax.

Turn on voice chat and talk to your brother while you play games 🤓

Just checking in, how are you feeling now? Better?

Yep! I think I was just a little overwhelmed the first day back not being constantly surrounded by familiar faces. But I’m back with my routine so all good. Appreciate you checking in, Curl. :)

You're a good egg Curl