How to Fit In Better With People at a New School or College

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Know that a new place brings new challenges.

   Be ready to face them.
   
   After all experience is the best teacher.
   
   And truly you will find new experiences teaching you a lot helping you in the future.
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   Step 2: Don't try to just "fit in"; "adapt" instead.

   Adapt to your surroundings and each new change will help you deal different situations in different ways. "Fitting in" might seem a good option, but in the end we all want to make a place we are proud of. "Fitting in" may not only lead you to go on the wrong way but it will cause you to remain like a frog in a well. , A simple "hello" or "hi" can create a difference instead of sitting all by yourself and mourning over having no one to talk to. , Make sure you know what you want from your life not what others think life should be lived like. , Because your gut feelings may give you the right sign in case you do something wrong.
   
   You can lie to others but not your conscience. , Remember, Actions speak louder than words. , Communication is key.
   
   If you don't talk to others they might end up not liking your company and start acting funny.
   
   And may even be rude and ignore you. , You are unique.
   
   You don't need people to tell you what you are.
   
   You are special. , Keep in touch with your besties too! You don't know when you'll be needing their love and advice.
   
   And their constant support! , The more you mingle with people, the more you'll feel belonged and loved! , Crying in the corner always won't help you.
   
   It's time you face your troubles and find solutions to it! In hard times, remember that after a gloomy day comes sunshine! So be positive and be happy!
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   Step 3: Make acquaintances: Try making new friends.

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   Step 4: Know your values: Making new friends may be hard

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   Step 5: but stand by your values even more.

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   Step 6: Trust your inner conscience: Believe in your gut feelings.

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   Step 7: Observe your new friends: Observing your new friends will not only help you to know their likes or dislikes but a lot more about them.

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   Step 8: Don't be reserved: Talk.

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   Step 9: Always be the fabulous "YOU": Don't let people's opinions about you make you lose your path.

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    Step 10: Be in touch with your BFFs: Just because you are new to a school or college does not mean you can make new friends and forget the others.

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    Step 11: Get yourself involved in new things and keep yourself busy.

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    Step 12: Always remember everyone has hard days sometime in their life.

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