If I'm being honest, this past semester has been the most challenging one yet. I don't know how to explain it; it's just been rough. In talking to my friends, they feel the same way! Even with all the craziness that these past few months have put me through, I wouldn't change a thing.
I have always been someone who gets stressed out easily. This semester has DEFINITELY tested my ability to remain calm in difficult situations. Being someone who is very private with my emotions, if I tell anyone about my struggles, it's my mom. However, towards the end of the semester, I learned that it's okay to be somewhat vulnerable. My super sweet roommates showed me that. I now feel way more comfortable sharing some of what is going on in my mind with others.
This semester was my first full semester as an executive member of an organization. I'm not going to lie; I thought it would be a piece of cake. It definitely was not. I have learned so much so far as secretary. I've been pushed to speak up and say things that can be slightly uncomfortable. My fellow exec members have been AMAZING! Though this semester wasn't as easy as I thought it would be, I'm ready to make changes and be even better next semester.
I have also really relied on God more than ever this semester. I've been trying my best to put Him first. While I am not perfect at doing this, I am getting better all the time! I have seen the difference that spending more time with Him has made in my life. This semester would have been completely different if I didn't have Jesus.
Yes, I had a tough class. Yes, I had an interesting professor. Yes, I had a lot to do. Yes, I made it through. And even though this semester just ended, I am super excited to have an even better semester starting in January! If you had a crazy semester too, congrats for making it through! Take what you learned from this semester, and use it to make next semester the best one yet.