7.20.17: introduction, reflection, and looking ahead

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Jul 21, 2017 · 2 min read

The first of many posts about my unconventional, yet stereotypical, post-grad life. Probably not doctor recommended, but I find myself falling asleep drowning in my thoughts and fears; thinking about what I could/should have done differently in college, and fearing what adulthood has in store for me. I recently graduated from an esteemed university, and did my best to relish the various opportunities the school had to offer (for more than resume-enhancing purposes), I networked, I did everything I was “supposed” to do. And yet, I find myself two months out of college and applying to bus tables at Red Lobster (not like there’s anything wrong with Red Lobster — those cheddar biscuits are heavenly). I can’t help but think: did I not do enough? Do I have some sort of character flaw that makes potential employers look the other way? Is there a spelling error on my resume?

What’s even more daunting is the fact that my lease is up in two weeks and I have yet to lock down a new apartment. Because of this, I am constantly on edge — where am I going to go? Will I find a job in time to pay my rent? Am I going to have to eat Ramen noodles every day until I get back on my feet? Why is this my life, while many of my peers are thriving (so to speak) in their entry-level jobs?

I try to not be one of those people who think only they are going through certain dilemmas that life deals them, but at this point in my life, it’s hard to keep this in mind. I have to repeat to myself like a chant, “I am not the only person that has gone through this, and certainly won’t be the only person to overcome it. I will get through this.”

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