Engineering Should I become a chemical engineer?

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Struggling with material and energy balances in a freshman chemical engineering course is common, especially during the initial stages of the program. Many students experience feelings of overwhelm and frustration when faced with challenging concepts and problem-solving. It's important to seek help if understanding is lacking, whether through professors, peers, or online resources like physicsforums.com. Persistence is key, and utilizing available support can enhance comprehension and confidence in the subject. Feeling ill-prepared is a shared experience, and reaching out for assistance can make a significant difference in mastering the material.
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Right now I am in chemical engineering, as a freshman, and am taking my first ChE course which involves material and energy balances. I am right now, on my spring break, still trying to understand the topics because its just not coming to me. I am working problem after problem and I usually keep getting things wrong! I have never had such a hard course like this its insane! I am very motivated but my patience is quickly running up as I have done over hundreds of practice problems to prepare for my next exam and I feel ill-prepared! Is chemical engineering right for me? I would hate to give up on it, but honestly idk if this is normal to be this overwhelmed in chemical engineering?
 
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