Greetings!
Congratulations on being among the less than 10% of American college undergraduates who study abroad. If you are abroad for a semester or longer, that percentage drops to less than five percent.
At times over the next few months you will likely experience feelings of euphoria, homesickness, personal growth, exhaustion, and so much more.
In times of emotional stress associated with the cultural adaptation process, try to remember to take a deep breath and enjoy your surroundings. Get involved at the host university, interact with locals in the community, and really "be" where you are. Learn from the challenges, just as you embrace the adventure.
The world is your classroom!