College doesn’t come with a handbook especially for first-gen, non-traditional, & commuter students juggling more than just classes. In this episode of Hot Mess Help Desk, we talk with Dr. Zachary Pilot about navigating college without cheat codes and figuring things out in real time. From balancing family responsibilities to decoding campus terminology, we explore why feeling behind doesn’t mean you are and how connection, self-compassion, and actually using your resources can change everything. If you’re freestyling your way through higher ed, this one’s for you.

Takeaway: You’re not lost, you’re learning. And asking for help is part of doing it right.

https://youtu.be/au7XWPrVr4g?si=fffrHGl6tIh60A3R