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What students are saying:

"I am a sophomore in college and right now I am in the process of reading your book, Campus Calm University. It really is an enjoyable book that is extremely easy to relate to. I am definitely one of those college students who over stresses and tries to be a perfectionist. But, I have had enough of it because I am NOT happy and I've been too busy trying to be so perfect at everything that I've never really found myself. Also, I am too worried about getting the A that I am not really learning and understanding what I am doing. But your book is really helping me through that and I thank you very much for that.

Campus Calm University relates to me in so many ways from being uncertain about a college major, to being afraid of the word failure, to finding my passion, and so much more."

—Ashley, 19, Penn State University

"With the application of Maria's conversational style of writing, I immediately felt at-ease when I turned to page one. Her guiding voice is soothing, humorous, and full of wisdom.

As I continued throughout the chapters, each focusing on the multifarious aspects of a student's mental, social, and physical health (friendships, perfectionism, nutrition, self-image, etc.), the prevailing message still resonated on each page: if you have passion in life, you truly have everything needed to succeed. By reading Campus Calm University, this message has the power to echo through a myriad of people: a perfectionist, GPA-stressed high school student; a broken-down, disillusioned college student who sees "Undecided Major" as a death sentence instead of a doorway to opportunities; or possibly an astray twentysomething who thought knowledge ended with the tossing of his graduation cap.

Through Maria Pascucci's writings, one can find the true "secrets" to understanding how perfectionism, low self-esteem, and a loss of sleep and nutrition will affect ALL aspects of a person's life. Campus Calm University ultimately speaks that a healthy, happy life filled with love and gratitude is not the key to success, but success itself."

—Alex Jordan, high school sophomore

"5 out of 5 stars .. I just finished Maria's book, and it is excellent! Between her years of wisdom and interviews with experts, she shares great advice I wish I had heard when I first started Stanford University. Every student should read this book so they can balance striving for success with living a healthy lifestyle!"

—Monte Malhotra, college senior, author of The Young Investor's Guide to Retiring Young

"In Campus Calm University, Maria Pascucci discusses some of her real life situations and feelings she experienced while completing her degree. At the beginning of the book, I was hooked and could instantly connect with Maria. By the end of the preface I felt like a load had been taken off my shoulders. It was definitely refreshing. Her writing style is easy to read and energetic, which is nice when you're always reading textbooks that are dry and technical. Her advice (like thinking BIG and surrounding yourself with positive people) is to the point and never condescending. But most importantly, it is applicable to any college student who is feeling stressed out by school and life. I give this book 15 credit hours out of 15 (that's like 5 out of 5 stars)."

—Zachery Moore, college senior, founder of the Making a PRofessional blog

What the experts are saying:

"The book Campus Calm University is an affirming testimony for the stressed out college student who has lost himself or herself in the process of "making the grade". Maria Pascucci pokes fun at herself and uses her personal experience to encourage students to reconnect with their passion and enjoy the college experience. She encourages students to trust their inner wisdom, find balance, take risks and nurture their love of learning. Her tone is encouraging and her message, very refreshing!"

—Eileen A. Niland, LMHC, NCC, Director, Canisius College Counseling Center

"Campus Calm University is the perfect recipe to let go of stress and unhealthy attitudes and relish your college experience for the fun journey of learning that it is. I always tell the students I speak to that their major purpose during the years until graduation is to simply enjoy them, for they will never again have the opportunity for unfettered exploration of who they are and what they want to do. And at last, Maria Pascucci has provided an inspirational, easy-to-follow road map to help them do just that."

—Alexandra Levit, author of How'd You Score That Gig?–A Guide to the Coolest Careers and How to Get Them

"Campus Calm University meets a very real need in college students—finding a balance between performance, pressure, permission to be yourself, power to follow your dreams and wholehearted participation in the college experience. This is a 'must have' for college students, parents and educators!"

—Beverly Coggins, professional organizer, author of Three Steps to Time Management for the College Student

"Campus Calm University should be mandatory reading for EVERY college student. This book addresses the issues that aren't covered in freshman orientations or any college classes. Maria's honesty will ease the minds of stressed-out students and anyone who is not feeling 'good enough.' I highly recommend it to college students and their parents who want to learn 10 mindsets to create true happiness and fulfillment."

—Christine Hassler, author of 20 Something Manifesto: Quarter-Lifers Speak Out about Who They Are, What They Want and How to Get it

"Campus Calm is way ahead of its time—an organization that recognizes that today's students are incredibly high achieving and also totally overworked and overwhelmed. Accolades and A's are not what life, ultimately, is about. Campus Calm University reminds us to enjoy the view and teaches us how."

—Courtney E. Martin, author of Perfect Girls, Starving Daughters: The Frightening New Normalcy of Hating Your Body

"Maria Pascucci has created a 'calming force' for young adults who need a deep breath from today's hectic, crazy world. Campus Calm University is a true resource for students who need a dose of what's really important—their health and happiness. In today's high pressure, 'must be everything to everybody' world, it's easy to forget to take care of your most important asset—yourself! Kudos to Maria for helping to keep our priorities straight!"

—David Mammano, founder and publisher of Next Step Magazine

"As a professor, I wish every one of my students would read Campus Calm University before attending class. Maria's book is guaranteed to give any student a four-year head start on his or her peers, time the average student can't afford to waste. This book is indispensable."

—Professor Joe Martin, author of Good Teachers Never Quit, Let Your Leadership Speak and Tricks of the Grade

"Campus Calm University is the ultimate resource for those savvy students who want to be in-the-know. It's not only packed full of great advice, but it's such a fun read! Maria literally had me laughing at the turn of every page with her quick wit and wonderfully sarcastic wisdom. It's an absolute must-read for every student!"

—The Résumé Girl, Lauren Hasson, author, speaker, coach and writer

"Maria Pascucci's Campus Calm University should be essential reading for all college students today. I wish it had existed when I was in school. With a warm, authentic voice, Maria helps stressed-out college students deal with issues from perfectionism to low self-esteem to fear of failure. This book is bound to help so many young people live happier, healthier lives—and it will help parents and administrators understand and support the college students they care about."

—Lindsey Pollak, author of Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World

"It's hard to believe that Maria Pascucci is less than a decade out of college. She writes with the wisdom and sympathy of an elder and the wit and coolness of her generation. Speaking with the assurance born of personal experience, Maria extends a most welcome hand to the pressured, stressed-out and frequently impaired students inhabiting our high schools and colleges. She is direct, honest, helpful and encouraging; her blueprint for reclaiming life comes not a moment too soon. I highly recommend her book for every high school and college student and also for parents who need to understand the costs to their children of our high-stakes, high-pressure culture."

—Madeline Levine, Ph.D., author of The Price of Privilege: How Parental Pressure and Material Advantage are Creating a Generation of Materialistic and Unhappy Kids

"College is simply one chapter in life's journey, and a grade point average is little more than a sentence in that chapter. Obsessing over this or any single aspect of the higher education process robs students of the fun, richness and true educational benefits available by fully engaging in the overall college experience. Maria Pascucci has created a blueprint that will help students capture the true joy that should permeate every part of going to college. Her advice is invaluable for current and future college students … and great counsel for all of us who may from time to time lose sight of what is really important in life."

—Mark Jacobs, executive vice president of College Parents of America

"Maria Pascucci deserves a standing ovation for addressing topics like student anxiety, poor self-worth and perfectionism in an engaging, even humorous way that young adults can relate to. Campus Calm University is the ultimate resource to help stressed-out students. I encourage every parent to give a copy of this amazing book to their college bound children."

—Nancy Barry, speaker and author of When Reality Hits: What Employers Want Recent College Graduates to Know

"Campus Calm University should be handed out as every student walks into freshman orientation. Maria's personal story and genuine tone make her one of the most relatable authors out there today. Her message is sure to make all students who read remind themselves they are ‘good enough.' If you're a student in college, run—don't walk—to the nearest book store and pick up Campus Calm University; it's a must-read."

—Stacy Nadeau, motivational speaker and Dove model, Campaign for Real Beauty