where did you go???
Dear Diary, It’s been a long time. Well, for me at least. Honestly, I have just been overwhelmed lately. By a lot. Maybe it is because I’m starting my second semester or perhaps just because I am trying to grow as an individual. ~ I keep finding myself “spiraling,” is that what it’s called? At least that’s what my teachers called it in high school. Whenever this happens, I try to “come back to reality.” By this, I mean I try and ground myself. Focus on the now. I’m not the best at this. Not yet. But it’s a work in progress. It’s been a work in progress for a little over a year now. Whenever I get anxious, I try and relax my shoulders and take deep breaths. I try to focus on one thing in front of me and organize my thoughts. What’s important? What’s going to matter in a year? Is it my issue? Does it involve me? Am I overthinking the situation? Give it a minute and come back. Coming into this semester, I decided to focus on truly enjoying myself. I am determined to...