This semester has been a significant change for me. Classes are more challenging, I’m meeting and spending time with more and different people and involved in new organizations and clubs, not to mention the lifestyle change that comes with living in an apartment (-styled dorm).
This year, I learned a lot from different relationships to managing my physical and emotional health and reestablishing priorities. When I first stepped on campus, I never would have thought I could learn so much about myself and what’s good for me in just a year.
For a good part of a semester, I was involved in some extracurriculars that ate up my time. I wasn’t able to spend time with the friends I wanted to hang out with or do the things I loved. My physical health also took a toll. I had a hard time establishing healthy eating habits regarding what I ate, how often I ate, and how much I ate. Because I was so busy, I didn’t have enough time to go to the gym or cook good food. I ended up dropping these extracurriculars, though I had fun and learned a lot. Although I wish I could have kept it up, I don’t regret my decision. I was finally able to breathe and I could do more of the things I love.
The more I experience, the more I realize that life is a bunch of sacrifices. There are so many good things you can do, but only so much time. This year, I was able to grow in my understanding of my values and priorities, so although I had a fair share of lows, I’ve come out of it as a wiser person. I know I still have a lot to learn and a lot to experience. I can’t wait to see what the rest of this semester and year has in store for me.
also yay! first blog post is up wooooooo
