Goodnight.
It might be worth considering additional ways to dealing with anxiety (other than exercise) as you could end up injuring yourself. Also, if you get sick or are anxious in an environment where going for a workout isn't an option it would be good to have another fall back. A big part of recovery is building up your armoury, so that you have a variety of tools at your disposal. The work-out idea is great as one tool, but pain doesn't necessarily equate to 'gain' - especially shins (or knees) as I also found out in uni - although I was drinking plenty as well at that time. I remember reading in a Runners World article that there was a prison where they didn't allow addicts to run, because they tended to constantly injure themselves by going too hard and too fast, seeking that runners euphoria. Not that I'm saying stop. Just that it might be worth keeping an eye on it and having other alternative ways of dealing with anxiety.
I hope you get to know some good people on your course soon. If there are any mature students they could be a good option. They're less likely to be into the big party-scene or drinking-based socialising, and take the studies pretty seriously so will be happy to talk about that rather than just the fun chats.
And well done on 4 days tomorrow
