<p>I'm in the process of applying for college and I keep stalling because I am absolutely 100% terrified of leaving home. I would stay here except I can't because I live in Japan and none of the colleges onbase or offbase offer my major. I just need tips for getting over homesickness, coping with it, and getting ready to leave home. I am so attached to everything I have here, my mom, my sister, my dogs, even the ridiculously crowded cities around me. I feel like crying any time I even THINK of moving out. I know that staying here another year after graduation won't change this and I'll just have to deal with it. So if anyone has felt like I do or has known someone who has could you give me advice on getting over it so I can just get out there and enjoy college? I don't want to be that annoying roommate who won't stop whining about home and cries herself to sleep every night!</p>
<p>Find yourself something to do. In my case, I have a job at school, I also have sports activities, hang out with my friends, etc. Make your life meaningful, someday you will have to move away from your parents and family so use the time in college to build your new life.
I’m actually in the same situation as you (My parents live in Argentina), but I’m never homesick. If you really miss your parents, contact them online. Most important of all, keep yourself busy.</p>
<p>I’ve been in college over a month, and I’m not going to lie - I’ve been pretty homesick this past month (and I don’t even live that far away from my college!). At least you recognize that you’re going to be homesick - I never ever thought I’d be homesick before I left!</p>
<p>To forget about my homesickness, I generally try and keep myself busy. I’ve joined a club sports team, which has not only connected me with some great people, but also keeps me busy 5 days a week. I’m also in two or three other clubs. If I’m not busy with my sport or clubs and am feeling kind of down, I’ll either call my parents or go out and study with a friend. It’s been hard, but it’s been working.</p>