Philosophy

      Today I think of another important lesson when it comes to education. Not my own major, but your education as an individual. I realize that we as humans all have needs. We want to gain knowledge, we want to be loved, we want to have fun, etc. Sometimes these needs are met, other times they are not. When you're in college, your prime focus has to be on yourself. This is your time to figure out who you are as a person and explore your own interests. It's important to try something new and have different experiences because it will benefit you in the long run. You can adapt more easily to new situations and feel less stress about change. At the same time, there may be something in your life that you really want that doesn't correlate with your education. Then what do you do?
      I have things that I want that don't have to do with teaching. I know someone who I would gladly give up  everything I know just to be next to. We're in two different places, and we both want different things out of life. Though we both care about each other, we have to put ourselves first. I'm so happy I found teaching because I know it's something that will make me happy. It gives me confidence and motivates me to want to help children succeed. This person I care about, well, I want what's best for him, even if it means I can't see him every day. My goal in life cannot revolve around anther person; it has to revolve around me. You are the center of your own universe, and it is up to you to make the most out of life.