Well, the moment I have been counting down to is finally here. I have finished the most intense and stressful year and a half of my life. I've finished all the classes, and tests, and assignments. I've completed the coursework for my graduate school career. All that is left is practicum, application of the skills I've learned along the way. Honing my talents, learning new tips and tricks. This next semester I'm sure will fly by. And while I'm so excited about being "finished" at this point, it comes with bittersweet feelings.
I'm leaving the nest so to speak. I'll be without the protection of supervisors who've known me for years. I'll be without those girls with whom I've formed bonds with and leaned on for support over these past 15 months.
While I will miss having that nest to come back to, I know that I'll be fine. More than fine actually. These past months of school have taught me much more than assessment and treatment of various disorders. I've learned just as much about myself. About integrity, and self confidence, and independence. About the importance of "me" time. About separating work and home life and being able to really appreciate relationships and experiences and digging deeper into those things. I have learned, sometimes the hard way, that while independence is important, I cannot always do everything on my own.
I'm excited to welcome this new period of my life and I know that I'm prepared.
