First Day of School Nerves

It seemed like such a great idea a month ago. Now that the first day of school is drawing near, you're starting to have second thoughts.

If you're thinking along these lines lately, you might benefit from some relaxation exercises and some self-confidence building techniques.

First of all, let me share one of the best pieces of advice I've ever received. That is: learn to love your butterflies.

One of my old college professors was a very popular, fiercely talented, much-loved speaker and writer. He was very successful when it came to publishing books and very respected for his wit. He was, in fact, a genius.

One day he told me he still feels like throwing up before every class.

I couldn't believe my ears. He was so fabulous in the classroom, and he'd been teaching for nearly twenty years! When he saw the surprise on my face, he added: "When I stop feeling the butterflies, that's when I've lost the thrill."

That led to an entire conversation about those flutters. If you think about it, he explained to me, those butterflies only come around when you're growing in your life. What a sad life it would be if we never experienced butterflies.

So I believe it's important for you to welcome the butterflies into your life. All you need to do is learn to deal with them and accept the success that follows.

If your neverousness is really serious, you may want to practice some relaxation exercises. It's actually a good idea to start practicing now, and continue to use these techniques when it comes to pre-test jitters.

Another thing you may need to learn when you change your life by entering an education program is how to become more assertive. If you've spent much of your life parenting, you may not be used to the competitive aspecits of work and school. These tips can help you make your mark and overcome your fears.