BRIONA SAAS
Hello fellow Fredonians! I hope you’ve been finding ways to enjoy your last weeks here at Fred. It seems like there’s so much to do and so little time. In my opinion, Spring goes by way too quickly; everyone is so busy running around trying to get in their last assignments and setting up interviews for summer jobs that they never get to enjoy it.
A lot of stress begins to pile up around this time, especially for our seniors. A lot of pressure and nerves can accumulate from interviews for jobs after graduation and plans for the future.
What our seniors need to know, and what everyone needs to know, is that I believe everything happens for a reason. There is always going to be a time in our life when we don’t get what we want. It’s a good idea to always be hopeful, but to also prepare yourself.
I’m sure many of us have experienced this before when applying for colleges or internships; it’s a huge bummer not to get what you worked hard for. Honestly, some things are out of our control, but what I will tell you is there’s a purpose for everything. You just have to be patient and find your purpose.
Failure is an intimidating word; sometimes failure can scare some of us out of trying new things. But as long as you try your best in everything you do, you can’t fail. The only way you can fail is by not giving yourself a chance to achieve your dreams, so chase them! If it doesn’t work out, there are plenty more opportunities to be sought out right around the corner.
If you are having a tough time accepting this, then try listening to a speech called “Instructions for a Bad Day,” performed and written by Shane Koyczan. You can find it anywhere on YouTube. I really like to listen to it when I’m feeling uninspired or stuck. It’s pretty amazing, and I highly suggest you check it out.
Enjoy your last weeks at Fred, everyone. You deserve it!