A few weeks ago, I had my first college meet up. As you guys
know, Samantha and I are on our way out of high school and going to college.
Well not yet, but in a few months.
Once you get accepted to the college you are attending, you
will be added to a FB group. The FB groups lead to GroupMe groups, which then
lead to texting groups. I was added into a texting group with 12 other girls
from my area (all around NYC). All excited about attending Bucknell, we decided
to plan a meet up. One night, we all headed into the city for our first
“college-like” experience.
Before I explain what actually happened that night
(actually, I won’t really be explaining much), I wanted to describe my
personality with you guys. At first, I am a very shy person; I don’t mind being
alone and I only enjoy spending time with people I like and relate to. Once I
get to know someone, I step out of my shell and am way more outgoing. Going
into the meetup, I was very nervous. I was hoping to meet some girls before
college just so I would have familiar faces when I got there. I embarked on
this journey to step out of my comfort zone and try new things.
When I got to the city, I was shocked. Some of the girls I
was meeting were incredibly rude and just straight up mean. I really had a bad
night.
On my way home, I was so angry at myself. I was disappointed
I chose a university that attracted these types of girls. I called one of my
friends who immediately calmed me down. As a freshman in college who went
through this process just last year, she told me these meetups were nothing
like college itself. Meetups are chances to meet people who come from your
area. My friend told me she went home after all of them and sobbed. She also
told me that in college you will find your people. It may take a few months,
but I’ll find the girls (and guys) who support and love me. I’ll find people
who lift me up instead of dragging me down.
In my life now, I have created a positive atmosphere. I have
eliminated all the negative people and only focused on those who really care
about be.
To avoid more random rambling, I’ll explain the point of
this post; if you are in a situation similar to mine (going to college), or
just in a new situation in general, there will be ups and downs. But it is VERY
important to know that meeting a few people is not an accurate representation
of the group as a whole. I know I will find my people next year. I know I will
find my best friends. Those people just might not be those who come from my
area😊
I apologize for such an “all over the place” post, but hopefully
you got something out of it.
Love you guys and have an incredible week.
XOXO,
Jordan
Jordan
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