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As someone who actively considered quitting (more than once), I have to say don't...Now that I am an alum, I am so glad that I stayed. There was a lot of drama and some of our members did quit. I am still in touch with a few of them, and they regret quitting the chapter more than anything else!
I really love my org, my letters, and my sisters. There are some people who you will never be friends with, this happens even with blood sisters.
Personally, I feel like a much stronger person for toughing out the drama and I'm so happy that I didn't relinquish my beautiful badge to such catty drama. If you can hang in there, I highly suggest doing so.
Easier said then done..I know. Here are some things I would reccomend:
Talking...yes only if its civilized and really getting somewhere. Sometimes no matter how much talking happens, nothing will be resolved and things can even get worse. It would depend on your situation though. If all parties involved are willing and want to make it better/make it work...talking will likely help.
Sometimes though, it takes one person to step up and be the bigger person. If you stop talking about a given situation, maybe others will too. Eventually things could fade off and be forgotten. Find your closest sisters and ask them to help you put an end to the gossip. (Ok, so maybe gossip isn't your chapters main source of drama...but I've found no matter what the situation with young women gossip ususally isn't far off...so thats why I mentioned it).
I absoutely agree with the "Me" time. Its not selfish...its SANITY. Your entire life cannot revolve around your GLO. Make sure you are involved with other things outside your GLO- on campus or off. Sisters will ususally understand if you miss a couple of events to take some time for your self to gather your thoughts and keep your sanity.
In the end though, you have to make a decision thats right for you. But, because you say you love your letters & your sisters, I feel like you would probably seriously regret it if you quit.
Good Luck with your decision. I'll be thinking about you.
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