Random Post–The New Happy

Heading off to college often paints a picture of new adventures, learning, and growth. It's sold as the best time of our lives, where we're supposed to find our passions, meet lifelong friends, and prepare for a successful career. But there's a side to this journey that isn't talked about enough—the emotional rollercoaster, the pressure to succeed, and the daunting task of figuring out who we are in a world that seems to constantly demand more from us. In our quest for that perfect resume, we chase after internships, leadership positions, and high GPAs, often stretching ourselves too thin. The competition feels endless, and the standards, impossibly high. This relentless pursuit can lead to imposter syndrome, where we doubt our accomplishments and fear being exposed as a fraud. It's a heavy burden to carry, especially when we're just starting to navigate our own paths.  

It's crucial to remember that college is not just about the end goal. It's a time for exploration, making mistakes, and learning—not just academically, but about ourselves. We're all works in progress, figuring out our values, beliefs, and what truly matters to us. This process is messy, unpredictable, and sometimes downright confusing, but it's also incredibly valuable. One of the most comforting realizations is that we're not alone in feeling overwhelmed or lost. We are all going through the same struggles, even if they don't show it. We have to be kind to ourselves and remind ourselves that it's okay not to have everything figured out. Accepting that life unfolds in its own unpredictable way is part of the process. Everything happens for a reason—reasons we may not understand immediately but will make sense of in due time. The key is to give ourselves grace and space to grow, to learn, and to be. And sometimes, these experiences are lessons that help us grow and learn and become better people. It's all part of our journey.  

Every challenge we face, every setback we encounter, carries the potential for growth. The moments that test our resilience also reveal our strengths, pushing us to develop new skills and adaptabilities. Failures, while discouraging in the moment, often open doors to unexpected opportunities and lead us down paths we might never have explored otherwise.  The most impactful lessons often arise from the toughest situations—those times when we're forced to confront our limitations, reassess our priorities, and make difficult choices. These experiences teach us about resilience, about the value of persistence, and about the importance of staying true to ourselves even when the path ahead is unclear. They shape us into more empathetic, reflective, and resilient individuals, better equipped to face the future with confidence and grace.

So... I wanted to share with everyone this instagram account called @newhappyco, I want to remind everyone to be kind to ourselves, to give grace to our failures and imperfection, and to accept our growth and believe in ourselves: