Finding meaning and direction in College can be a struggle for a college student. Being a college student comes with many academic, emotional, and mental responsibilities, and so much more. Discovering meaning in college Life can be an avenue toward personal development and self-discovery. It allows college students to explore their interests, values, and passions. Students can better understand who they are and what they value.
Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy
Comparing yourself to a college student can definitely be a thief of joy. The saying “Comparison is the thief of joy” is accurate. You lose sight of yourself when you’re caught up in a comparison mindset. Being a college student can be mentally taxing, and it can be so challenging not to compare your successes whether it be academically or personally. Trying your best to train your brain to focus on the good things about yourself, celebrating the small accomplishments, finding things that make you happy, and also sometimes stepping outside of your comfort zone allows you mentally to be in a better space to the point where you won’t notice comparisons and will find yourself more fixated on your journey.
Your Journey Is YOUR Journey, Whatever Is Meant For You Will Be For You
To piggyback off the saying “Comparison is the thief of joy” which is true, it also feeds into comparing your journey to others. Always remember that your journey is yours and only yours. It can be so easy to get caught up in everyone else’s journey and what they have going on to the point where you get lost in what your purpose might be. This can be a hard space to come out of when you compare your journey to others. But keep in mind that whatever is for you will always be for you. Sometimes, a job, friendship, or relationship isn’t right for you but is perfect for someone else. That does not always indicate you’re not deserving of what someone else has; it just could not have been for you at the time.
You Are The Company You Keep
Surrounding yourself with like-minded people who share your interests can help you grow toward your goals throughout your college years and beyond. When you put yourself in a position to be better than the person you once were, you’ll notice that people who aren’t meant for you or to serve a purpose in your life will fade away, while those who are will either stay or enter your life. When you surround yourself with people who motivate you and want to see you win, you’ll start to notice a shift in your energy and achieve more of your goals. The importance of having a support system is crucial, having a circle of people who motivate you when you’re down.
