Semester Check In

Let’s get into it.

I think I am in the twilight zone. Everyone I know says this semester in particular has been the hardest, strangest, craziest one yet. I can’t say I think the same. This semester has been one of my strongest. In terms of academics— I am taking one of the hardest classes of my life— Immigration Law and Refugee Policy. Now I can say I know three languages: English, Spanish, and Statutes. And socially— I have been strengthening relationships and friendships with people in such healthy ways.

However, I could be doing a lot better with my mental and spiritual health. I don’t know what it is but my temper is shorter, patience is thin, and I talk faster than I breathe. Don’t worry we will work on those things!

There are some things about this semester that has proven to me that I have experienced so much growth: being busy and efficient have different meanings to me now, I want more people around me as opposed to pushing them away, and I have become a giver of all things. I am becoming more selfless, reflective, and less tense. I no longer look for transactional experiences, but deep and personal moments.

It still takes a lot for me to open my mouth, and I still struggle with saying no, but the reality is I am becoming. That is all that is important. I am more aware of my footsteps— sustainability has always been something that I have strived to live by, but now I mean I am more aware of my mindful and present footsteps. Wherever I am— I am there.

Where are you?

Happy checking in!

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