Graduating this year?
Don’t panic! Everyone else is experiencing the same conflicting feelings as you ??
Get ready for a whole new confusing and beautiful era of your life! Have you found yourself saying these contradictions recently?
#1
“I’m so relieved that exams are finally over…
Years of study have all come down to the last couple of months. And it has been STRESSFUL.
…wait, what do I do now?”
Life.. so empty… so much free time… why do I keep on waking up early and getting anxious about phantom exams??
#2
“I am going to explore the world!…
For months I’ve been dreaming about getting out the library and onto a beach somewhere. I can’t wait to become ‘The Traveller’.
…I have never been more ready for home sweet home”
You can’t beat mama’s cooking. Sorry backpack, you may have to wait.
#3
“Employers, watch out! First real job, here I come!…
Can’t wait to use my new skills as a professional. Do I still have that suit from my sister’s wedding last year..?
..is that leftover student loan? Pfff I’m rich!”
Maybe summer will be all about the clubs and celebrating with fellow graduates, or maybe it’ll be a couple of months on the sofa with Netflix. Either way, I reckon the job search can wait (spoiler alert: it can’t).
#4
“We have a (short) period of student life left without the inconvenience of studying! …
Yay! I don’t have to feel guilty about partying on a Tuesday.
…but one by one all my uni friends are returning home!”
Be social! We may never have this chance again ?
#5
“Look at those first years. Hah! We’ve come so far…
We are the kings of the university. I know everything there is to know about this place, and my course. #Boss
…am I a grown-up now? But I don’t know how to adult!”
Did I miss something? Am I supposed to know how to adult now?
#6
“My degree is FINALLY over. I thought it would never end…
I am so ready for this period of my life to be over.
…why am I sobbing over lecture notes?”
Is it really over? But… university, I love you!
It’s gonna be tough. Your life is going to change after graduation, but don’t worry! It will be an adventure and you’re more ready than you think.
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