Today is Ivy Day, and not all of us got what we wanted
This post isn’t about me, but for you — a message to anyone who feels a little down amid recent news.
To those of us who didn’t get what we wanted during this long day — I’m here for you.
You worked really hard and I just wanted to let you know it’s okay. It’s okay if you feel a little down. It’s okay to feel a little discouraged. And it’s okay to feel a little heartbroken. I know what it feels like to invest a lot into something and not get what you want (or even stranger, invest barely anything and get something better). Those mixed messages make it really hard to justify trying hard and giving our best all the time.
But I just wanted to let you know that you have been putting in so much work and we have all been rooting for you. We are here for you — whether you need to rant, vent, or laugh at any time. In the face of adversity, the biggest challenge is if you will root for yourself.
It’s okay to feel discouraged now. But feel better and gather the strength to fight on tomorrow.
Wishing you the best.
— Braden
