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The First Week Of College Made Me The Happiest I've Ever Been

The first week of college is the best week I have ever experienced.

Emily Saravia
Sep 11, 2018
Lindenwood University
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The First Week Of College Made Me The Happiest I've Ever Been
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Of course, as a freshman, starting college is intimidating and scary and stressful. However, I can honestly say that my first full week of college was an absolute success. Never in a million years would I have thought that making this big of a change in my life would make me happier than I have ever been.

Classes aren't exactly fun, but I am happy with them. I mean, nobody wants to have an 8 am algebra class, but it wakes me up and prepares me for the day, so I can say that I'm not necessarily mad at it.

This first week of college has truly opened my eyes to so many things. I have met so many people, some I wouldn't particularly want to meet again, but others that I now can't picture my life without. Leaving everything behind for this fresh start is the best decision I have ever made.

As I went from class to class and place to place, I realized that this is the best environment for me to be a part of. I belong in a busy and fast paced setting where I can do the things I want and love. The best part is that I now have so many people around me that share the same goals and passions as I do.

The people I've met over this short amount of time have helped me open up and be the person that I really am. I don't have to hide behind a mask to make myself to be what they want. These people are genuine and loving and kind, and that's the best thing that could have happened to me.

I left all the negativity and bad vibes behind me to start my life the way I want. So, that is exactly what I'm doing. I'm making decisions for myself and for the person I want to be.

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