Sophomore Year Reflection

It's official, I have finished my sophomore year of college! It is crazy how fast time is flying by, it feels like yesterday I was graduating high school. Here I am, two years later, with two years left to go before I graduate college.

This year was my hardest year academically. I know it was only my second year, but it was a challenge. My classes were difficult and I found myself struggling to work through certain problems and assignments. It was frustrating, especially after going practically my whole academic career without a hitch. I had to accept that I was doing my absolute best, which was what was important, not necessarily the grade at the end of the semester. Through all of the struggles I still managed to make the Dean's List! It goes to show that hard work does pay off, even if it doesn't seem like it at the time.

Aside from academics, a lot has changed in regard to my friendships. It is crazy to see a side of someone that you never thought existed. People just change, they become brainwashed and toxic, and get involved with unhealthy things and people. I learned that it is okay to let go of that toxicity and to remove those people from your life in order to take care of yourself. I hold no grudges, nor do I wish bad upon people from my past. I hope that one day, they also remove the negativity from their lives in order to be happier and healthier.

I am so excited to see what the future holds both for my academic and professional career, as well as in my personal life. I plan on continuing to learn and grow, and to just be happy. I am surrounded by amazing friends and family who love and support me, and bring a positive energy to my life. I can't wait to see what's next!