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Done my semester!

LazyDaisy
LazyDaisy

I finally finished my spring semester and I'm graduating with my associates! It feels great to be done school until August. I'm going to get more time to relax now. Therapy went well today also. I need to work on my self image, any ideas on boosting self esteem? I'm going to be working on affirmations and accepting compliments and not challenging them. I've also been having some Nihilistic thoughts despite being a Christian, kind of wondering why I exist and feeling like nothing matters at times. I'm working on it though. 

Deckard
Deckard
Congrats. I remember my school. It I still have nightmares that I never graduated. It was a milestone to get my diploma.
LazyDaisy
LazyDaisy
Thanks! College is super super stressful, but it'll be worth it.
Deckard
Deckard
I almost quit second year in......keep at it! Not everyone can get a college degree.
arfie
arfie
Accepting compliments is hard for me, too, but for me it is more of a trust issue. When somebody compliments me, I start looking for concealed weapons. What am I being set up for this time? Don't you dare stick that apple in my mouth!

Works in progress. . .

My paranoia may be stronger than my low self-esteem, but that factors in, too. Positive affirmations help me allot. Since you are already working on those, I think I'll just get out my pom poms and cheer you on. Go you! ! ! You can do this! ! ! Do that do! ! !

Enjoy your summer break. Got any plans? Rest is a productive activity, but road trips rock.
LazyDaisy
LazyDaisy
At the end of June I have a beach trip with my boyfriend and his family. Today I went out with friends for a few hours. I'll probably have plans here and there.
Qwarkeh
Qwarkeh
Congratulations! You worked hard for that degree, college is hard for most of us. You say that you're working on your self image, I think you can reflect on what you needed to do to get your diploma. All the hours put in for academics along with life itself throwing wrenches into the mix. Somewhere deep down you found the strength to push through. Don't let anyone try to pull you down from that.
Btorres
Btorres
Congrats on graduating, this is a big step in the right direction. Just keep in mind that you went to school for a purpose and that degree can open so many opportunities for you. Don't give up! :)
christianuemura
christianuemura
Awesome work! I am in the midst of college myself and understand how stressful it can be, so good job! And I also have the "why" thoughts sometimes and its not a bad thing to explore and broaden your mind! best wishes
Piee0
Piee0
Good work, going to school pays off! When I need a boost of self esteem I will pick a pair of shoes to donate and buy new ones! win win
jefffeuss
jefffeuss
Congratulations on all your hard work!. I would be graduating this year too so it is good to see someones hard work pay off!
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