Office hours turning into life therapy sessions.
OFFICE HOURS TURNING INTO LIFE THERAPY SESSIONS.
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We’ve all been there, haven't we? That moment you walk into a professor’s office, clutching a syllabus or a question about a complex theory, and somehow, the conversation pivots. Suddenly, you're not discussing Kant or quantum physics, but wrestling with imposter syndrome, grappling with career anxieties, or navigating personal crossroads. These weren’t just academic check-ins; they were profound, often unexpected, therapy sessions.
Our professors, those iconic minds and endearing oddballs, held a unique space in our journeys. Beyond their lectures, in the quiet intimacy of their offices, they became more than instructors. They were confidantes, counselors, and sometimes, the only ones who truly understood the immense pressure and exhilarating potential swirling around us. They didn’t just teach us subjects; they taught us how to think about life, about our place in the world.
Remember those moments when a casual question about a paper morphed into an hour-long discussion about your deepest fears or your grandest ambitions? Or when their sagely advice, offered with a knowing smile, resonated far beyond the classroom, guiding decisions for years to come? These were the moments that truly defined our experience. Beyond grades or recommendations, they were about finding clarity, purpose, and a safe space to be vulnerable. These unplanned therapy sessions were arguably our most valuable lessons, shaping who we are today.
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