Wednesday, March 19, 2014

College ... decisions, decisions

As a high school senior, I know firsthand the amount of stress and the thought process that goes into the idea of college. Some of us want to go just for themselves, while others seem forced to go by their parents. Everyone's journey is different but the goal is the same. As all the deadlines approach for the fall semester of college, i've taken more time to sit down and actually think about what I want. School has always been something that comes easily to me. I do struggle in particular areas, but in general I do fairly well. Continuing my education seems like the next step, but I honestly don't know if that's what I want. The pressure from my parents and other outside forces is so intense it makes me want to scream. I continually get asked the same questions of "who will I be,"  "what do I want to do," "where do I plan on attending," "when would I leave?" My answer is that I really don't know at this point and I'm not going to stress over it, whatever happens, happens. Some say that's a terrible outlook, but that's the way I see it and that's the way I want to see it. I don't feel the need to be stressed out hundred times more than I already am. I applied to all the right places, I took all the tests, I met all the requirements, i've gotten four out of five acceptance letters, to me it sounds like I'm on the right track. My days are numbered until I have to make my decision, but it will ultimately be 100% my choice because it's my life. I want to create my own path, and college is just a stepping stone on this life long journey. I'm tired of everyone else's opinion about what I should do. I'll say it loud and proud, I don't know where I'm going, but I am going to college and I'll let you know when I figure it out ✌️