It took me a while to get here, but I’m here.Over the last few years, I took a hiatus from Tum

It took me a while to get here, but I’m here.

Over the last few years, I took a hiatus from Tumblr, many toxic people in my life, and even school. Academia was harming me because I lost my direction and drive. I felt worthless and began failing even my easier classes. As such, I made a life-changing, heart-wrenching decision to take a semester off (though at the time I thought it might turn into me dropping out permanently). In the semester I took off, I was handed an incredible work opportunity, I got my physical and mental health back under control (because I had the luxury of newfound free time), and I re-discovered my drive. Now, I’m happier and healthier than I’ve ever been, and I’m about to begin graduate school!

If every instinct is telling you that something you’re doing is hurting you, consider listening and maybe even take a break from the source of the hurt if possible. Doing so just might free up space for you to grow new, stronger roots and thrive in more ways than you can imagine.