Future, people, I am talking about the future. I have sat through two of my three first days of classes for my last semester of graduate school. LAST SEMESTER people, the future is upon me. In 112 days I will be walking across the stage and receiving my Masters degree. And after that its the “real world” for me. No more classes at night, no more 20 page papers. Its work and volunteering, and family, and hobbies. Part of me is beyond excited: I can not wait to graduate and be done with school. The other part of me is saying: pause, I need this semester to figure everything out. The future is scarier now more than ever. There are so many steps to take before graduating.
- Think about a target area: I have narrowed down my ideal locations to move to for work. There are some places I am dying to move to and some that I would probably never move to.
- Start applying to jobs: I have been looking every day for new jobs to be posted in my target areas. Now is a good time to start working on applications before the brunt of the semesters work takes over. Obviously I will need to apply throughout the semester, but its better to get a jump on them now.
- Think about a timeline for the rest of the semester: I know that I will need to give notice at my internship eventually. Since I have a good amount saved up I can afford to end my internship before all of my major papers are due at the end of the semester. Thankfully!
- Talk to family: If, for some reason I do not get a job immediately I have already spoken with my parents and I know I am moving home when my lease is up. Of course, if I get a job, I will move directly to my new job location.
Thinking about the future can be stressful. Instead of my usual (being overwhelmed and stuffing my face with delicious foods) I have decided to make it my goal to lose weight before graduation by turning my stress into energy to workout. It is good for you to take your stress and turn it into something positive.
The future is sooner than we think!
