Losing Mum during second year of Uni

University is a time to leave the home nest and discover who you want to be and the directions you want to take in life. It's time to find your independence a transitioning phase to adulthood.
Much of my first year at Uni followed that plan.
I was growing in confidence, not following a system I was finding my way, I was gaining a real positive outlook on life. A life that was in my hands.
But you see not everything in your life you can control.
On the 23rd of October 2019, after a 10 year battle with cancer, my Mum passed away.
I thought going back to Uni was the right thing to do. Give my family some space, focus on me, and my life. But looking at it now I was kind of running away, running away from my problems running away from my unhappiness. and just letting everything pass me by. Heading back to Uni and being productive may work for some people, but it wasn't what I needed.
Uni life became such a drag, I had no intention to socialise, no intention to go out. Every night out felt forced and often ended with my emotions spiralling.
After taking some time out, I am now heading back to Uni to continue my studies. Whilst I am slightly apprehensive/ nervous to go back, as the wounds from last year are still latched freshly in my mind. I can also acknowledge it's another step/ another challenge that I'll need to face and overcome without Mum's guidance.
Uni is a fantastic place for Growth and development, but If I could give any advice, it would be to monitor and look after your own well being.
It's ok to say no to a night out, its ok to have a day to yourself, it's ok to want to come home for a bit.
Be kind to yourself
Joe

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Great video 💪🏻 good listen x

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Some great advice!

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