Dreaming about walking to class again.
DREAMING ABOUT WALKING TO CLASS AGAIN.
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Remember that campus bubble? The one where every conversation felt like a mini-seminar, where late-night library sessions were a rite of passage, and the biggest stressor was an upcoming final. Nobody really prepared us for the jolt of leaving that. We were ready for the career, the ambition, the "next big thing." But were we ready for the quiet moments when an unexpected pang of nostalgia hits you, strong and sudden?
It's weird, isn't it? One moment you're strategizing your next big career move, the next you're daydreaming about the simple act of walking across that historic quad, books in hand, heading to a lecture that felt like the center of your universe. The intellectual energy, the constant hum of bright minds, the sheer privilege of being immersed in a world built for learning. That's the Ivy nostalgia that creeps up on you, often at the most inconvenient times.
The transition from campus to career isn't just a switch in location; it’s a shift in identity, purpose, and even daily rhythm. We went from a world designed to foster deep thought and community to one that often prioritizes efficiency and individual achievement. It’s a bizarre, unspoken adjustment. If you’re feeling it, you’re not alone. This shared experience is part of our unique journey.