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Episode 03·19:35

College is About
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There are millions of things to do in college, but you can't do them all.

Morgan talks about the pressure to be involved, the inevitability of burnout, and why saying "no" is one of the most important skills to develop in college.

In this episode:

  • Choice overload at freshman club fairs
  • Burnout from too many commitments
  • Leaving space on the "shelf of your life"
  • Being assertive and saying "no"
  • The right balance between academic and social life
"Be open to any activities, but also be assertive and stick up for yourself, and it's okay to say no."
Morgan

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