Before college, my life was on repeat. Same routine, same places, same everything. It wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t exciting either. Every day felt like a copy of the last, and I didn’t even realize how stagnant I had become.
Then, college happened.
I met this guy who’s a bit older, but when we talked, it was like looking into a mirror. We were sitting, reflecting, watching a view, and he told me about when he moved to California from Miami. He had no car, no real sense of direction, and no choice but to put himself out there. Staying in his tiny studio apartment wasn’t an option, so he pushed himself to go out, meet people, and try new things. That’s how he learned the most valuable lessons in navigating life, people, and all the unpredictable obstacles that come with it.
That conversation hit me hard.
I didn’t even notice it, but I do the same thing every single day. Not because I love my routine, but because it’s comfortable. And truthfully, sometimes, it feels lonely. My space is nice, but it’s not where I want to spend all my time. I want to go on walks, see my friends, and experience life beyond my four walls.
And that’s exactly what Berkeley is giving me. The push to step outside my comfort zone. Without even realizing it, I’m learning, growing, and building experiences that will shape me in ways I can’t even measure yet.
One day, I’ll look back and think, Wow, I accomplished so much. I never wasted a day.
So, thank you, Berkeley. You’re not just giving me an education. You’re giving me a personality.
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