I've been through that situation myself. Actually, I still am. I used to be an asskicker back home. did the same in high school here. And now, come university, my grades are at an all time low, I don't feel as confident and even with me living as a citizen here with my parents, I still don't feel the true me. My parents console me and tell me not to give up. I've done all kinds of things, I'm involved in a lot of ctivities, etc, but I still feel out of place. Therefor this summer, I've decided to take a break. a break from life, a break from everything and just let my mind go in any direction it wants to. I totally hear your sentiments Jyotika. I used to be one of the most cheerful and funny guys back home. But I've lost my touch. I'm not me anymore. I also miss my friends. Most of them are in the US and even they seem to have changed and now I don't get along with a lot of them. Thats why for about 5 months strating mid april to mid september, I'm going through a change and I'm gonna transform myself. Maybe you can try that too. Let yourself free. Let go of all the worries. Work less hours if you need to work and just have fun. Do something risky, something adventerous. Break the rules. I'll be trying that. Work something out for you. I think it helps. :D good luck!