BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER
I am the first to admit that it has been basically a century since I have posted anything on this blog, let alone acknowledged its existence. Life, we can say, got in the way. My first year of college kicked my butt, and mentally I wasn't doing so hot. But day by day I'm getting better, and I decided to bring this blog back and rekindle my love for reading! I think one of the most important things in this busy, busy life is to never forget the things that make you happy (a lesson I am trying my best to keep in mind).
a quick life update
This fall I'm going to be a sophomore at NYU!!! It's honestly crazy how time flies. This past year, I spent my time studying abroad in London, both a dream come true and a learning experience. As a Harry Potter fanatic, this was definitely the adventure of a lifetime. However, I quickly learned that being so far away from family for a long period of time was very difficult on me. While away, I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression (something I had been struggling with for a while but never wanted to face), and learning to cope with that on my own was a new and scary experience. The important thing, however, is that I made it through, and with memories and friends that will last a lifetime! While in London, I traveled to Scotland, Wales, Germany, France, and Spain (and I've definitely caught the travel bug... hoping to go to Italy soon!) I met so many incredible people and learned so much about myself, that I know this experience will stick with me for years to come.
I'm an English major. A little stressful when trying to figure out what to do when I have to pick a 'big girl' job, but I'm hoping to get an internship this fall and summer. Fingers crossed!
On a serious note, though, I really let anxiety/depression get the best of me this year. I completely shut down. I cut off a lot of people from my life, including my family, and barely did anything besides go to class. I lost my love for reading and writing, the two things that have always been my home. That's why I decided to start up with my blog again, even though it's been ages since my last post (like, two years...oops).
While understanding more about mental health, I've also come to realize so many people also deal with the same things I do, and I never was, am, nor will be alone in my struggles. That's what I want this blog to focus on too. In the coming weeks, I most likely will be including more mental health posts on top of all things books, in hopes of creating a community ready to support one another and spread kindness and love for anyone who needs it. Please know, you are never, ever alone. Happiness can be found in even the darkest times, if one only remembers to turn on the light. Here's to hoping that this blog will be a light to others, as I delve into more books, writing, and living than ever before. Thank you for going on this journey with me. :))
Lots of love,
Madison
a quick life update
This fall I'm going to be a sophomore at NYU!!! It's honestly crazy how time flies. This past year, I spent my time studying abroad in London, both a dream come true and a learning experience. As a Harry Potter fanatic, this was definitely the adventure of a lifetime. However, I quickly learned that being so far away from family for a long period of time was very difficult on me. While away, I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression (something I had been struggling with for a while but never wanted to face), and learning to cope with that on my own was a new and scary experience. The important thing, however, is that I made it through, and with memories and friends that will last a lifetime! While in London, I traveled to Scotland, Wales, Germany, France, and Spain (and I've definitely caught the travel bug... hoping to go to Italy soon!) I met so many incredible people and learned so much about myself, that I know this experience will stick with me for years to come.
I'm an English major. A little stressful when trying to figure out what to do when I have to pick a 'big girl' job, but I'm hoping to get an internship this fall and summer. Fingers crossed!
On a serious note, though, I really let anxiety/depression get the best of me this year. I completely shut down. I cut off a lot of people from my life, including my family, and barely did anything besides go to class. I lost my love for reading and writing, the two things that have always been my home. That's why I decided to start up with my blog again, even though it's been ages since my last post (like, two years...oops).
While understanding more about mental health, I've also come to realize so many people also deal with the same things I do, and I never was, am, nor will be alone in my struggles. That's what I want this blog to focus on too. In the coming weeks, I most likely will be including more mental health posts on top of all things books, in hopes of creating a community ready to support one another and spread kindness and love for anyone who needs it. Please know, you are never, ever alone. Happiness can be found in even the darkest times, if one only remembers to turn on the light. Here's to hoping that this blog will be a light to others, as I delve into more books, writing, and living than ever before. Thank you for going on this journey with me. :))
Lots of love,
Madison
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