Better Together

In high school, most of us were subject to our parents rule. We had to do what they did, go to bed at a certain hour, and comply with their rules. In college, we are still mostly dependent on our parents, but most of us live on our own, far away from our sheltered childhood bedroom. Now, partying and hanging out with boys is no longer defiance, but just a typical Friday, or even Thursday, night. 

A lot of college freshmen have had very different experiences with partying, alcohol, and relationships before college. Some people are already used to that scene from high school, and some have never been to a party, and it is ok to be either of those people. The reality is, although someone may seem experienced, this is also their first time in college and they are trying to figure it out as much as you are. 

When you feel tempted to do something, but you know that it is not a good decision, follow that gut feeling. A lot of regretful experiences in college come from people who knew better, but decided to rebel for the fun of it. Don't let those girls make you feel like you aren't cool if you don't go to every frat party with them. If they make you feel bad for staying in, they aren't real friends anyway.

When you find like minded people who want to have fun in ways that won't compromise your morals, hold onto them. These people will be your friends for life and they are a lot more trustworthy than people who just want to hang out with you on the weekends. Find friends that can have fun on a Tuesday night at the library and on a Saturday going for a late night pizza run. The Bible says that "iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another". Find friends who are your iron!