Before you make a commitment as large as college, can I suggest you sit with some deep breathing for a few minutes and ask yourself-the deeper, stiller, truer part of you, if this is your truth. Does this feel, in your innermost being, beneath the worry, the should do’s and being told to do’s, the best and most fulfilling, rewarding and fruitful path that will grow your soul and enhance your experience of this life you’re living?
Would it be possible to allow yourself some space, devotion, love and understanding to allow the universe to meet you where you are with the path you truly want and need?
Would it be possible to allow yourself to notice what, big or little, makes you feel joy and focus some attention on those things?
There is no need to rush dear one, allow yourself to flow with the river of life, allow the experiences you need to come to you. Sometimes the harder we push for something we perceive we want, the more elusive it becomes.
We are very fortunate that no matter what path is taken, we can always make changes, re-write the script and take a new direction. When feeling pressure, be not afraid to take the pen and write your own story as you go, the story that enables you to grow into your authentic self, your authentic life, that is meaningful to you. This is an essential rite of passage when growing into adulthood, the step into independent thinking, decision making, and being is yours to take. May your truth be known to you.