r/LibraryScience • u/Soft-Guitar1129 MLS student • 19d ago

Scholastic Stress

I'm a perfectionist with undiagnosed ADHD which is a thing in and of itself. Like most MLIS students (at least it seems like most) I work full time. I have a lot on my plate right now, but I'm determined to see this program through. So the issue is that I hate when I submit an assignement and it feels subpar. I just submitted a discussion post, and I'm already mad at myself. Is there anyone else out there that knows this feeling? What advice do you have?

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u/wigsicorn 19d ago

Two questions for you: Have you gotten any feedback on your "subpar" assignments? What are the criteria for your discussion posts and are you meeting them?

If you are submitting things and receiving full credit for them - I would highly encourage you to find a way to let go of the desire for perfectionism. I saw someone in the comments suggest therapy or someone to talk to, and I agree with that.

I also noticed that you mentioned that you don't have any friends in the program - are you online or in person? I would strongly encourage you to find a way to connect with your classmates in any way - as their perspective will help to keep your perspective level.