Update: I ALSO GRADAUTED (6/2/17)!!
I've recently have had a bunch of people in my life graduate from college (I'M SO PROUD). A lot of them have come to me in utter confusion about what to do next. That has caused me to really sit down and think as well as consult with those who are well in past graduating in any part of their life. Together with some incredible people, the following list was born. Although I'm no expert on what to do after graduating since I'm only a senior in college, I really took to heart the advice given to me by those who have already moved on to their post-grad lives.
I've recently have had a bunch of people in my life graduate from college (I'M SO PROUD). A lot of them have come to me in utter confusion about what to do next. That has caused me to really sit down and think as well as consult with those who are well in past graduating in any part of their life. Together with some incredible people, the following list was born. Although I'm no expert on what to do after graduating since I'm only a senior in college, I really took to heart the advice given to me by those who have already moved on to their post-grad lives.
What to do after graduating?
Enjoy the moment and be proud of yourself: It is human nature to overlook one's achievements and simply jump in to the future. At this point, I can't stress how important it is to take a step back and really think about the amazing thing you've just done. After years of work, you're one of the few people in this world who have obtained an education. You've walked across the stage and came down with a degree. That is INCREDIBLE. Do not sell yourself short! Really take a look at the past couple years and realize that all those late nights, and 8am classes were beyond worth it.
Take a look at your loan statements: Many people who graduate do so with the help of some sort of loan and after graduating, it's extremely important to take a look at all of your loans and make a plan. This is part of being an adult and as scary as it is, it is crucial to make a plan on how you will be paying back the money your borrowed. Thinking now will save you a lot of problems in the future. Know that you aren't alone as you start to work on a repayment plan. Ask for help in terms of understanding on how loans work because you'll be surprised to find how willing people are to spread their knowledge about how they worked through their budgeting to make things work.
Do something you've always wanted to: Yes college gives you a lot of freedom but you will have some time just after graduation which will the most incredible sense of freedom you will ever experience in your life. Do something you've wanted to for as long as you could remember. Do you remember wanting to travel to every continent? Do it. Do you remember wanting to take that tap dancing class? Do it. Do you remember thinking you wanted to start a business? Do it. You are on a roll in your life and embracing this will give you wonderful memories as well as morale to continue the transition in to adulthood.
Know that the best is yet to come: This is probably the most important point on this list. Yes, you graduated and no it is not the end of having fun and enjoying yourself. The next five years are going to be the best times of your life because you have the perfect mixture of maturity and a desire to live life to the fullest. Take risks while you can, try new things, and if you don't know what you are doing with your life, you're lucky :) You have the prime of your life to figure that out. I've heard a lot of people say "It all goes down hill from here" but I strongly disagree. There is no where to go but up. You are equipped with a degree, a sense of adventure, and the best is truly yet to come.
Congrats to everyone who has graduated! I am excited to be in your shoes next year.
xx
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