Like every other young adult I’ve found myself wondering what my purpose is. What am I going to do with my life? Who and what am I going to be when I “grow up”? It seems I’ve been catapulted in to adulthood and I find myself unsure of how to answer any of these questions! Initially, I was pretty worried, maybe a little scared, but after a few months of university I felt something way better – INSPIRED.

In high school I knew what I was good at subject wise but, I didn’t know what I liked. University classes have opened my eyes to the very large world I’ve been missing out on! It has been great to not only read perspectives from across the globe but also hear them first hand from my class mates. Issues I’ve never thought of have been brought to light and I’ve realized what gets me excited – human rights and activism. Now, I have no idea if I will or can make a career out of this interest, but I’m slowly finding what I’m passionate about and it is one of the best feelings. I get excited to go to class because I am frequently inspired by not only what I find in the classroom but outside on campus as well.

So, I still don’t have my life all together. A few months ago I would be pulling my hair out over this fact, but now I’ve learned to just enjoy the marvelous learning journey that is university. This awesome time is all about finding myself and what I stand for as a person and it’s been great learning about who I am. I know what I enjoy now and by learning what my interests are I know I’ll be able to not only pick a major that’s right for me but a career that I’m passionate about. If you’re anything like I was – panicking over your future – RELAX.  This time is all about learning about yourself, it’s a process that takes time, but can ultimately be enjoyable once you find what type of work gets you excited!