October 6th, 2026 04:31 PM
I’ve been pondering a lot lately, thinking about decisions I can make for my future self to help them through as their career path evolves little by little.
I have come to a big decision: going back to college.
Now, you see, my college journey is a touchy topic for me at times as I reminisce on my younger self’s struggles and lack of control over life situations that led to dropping out and not returning for years. Well.. until now, I suppose.
I will get back to the college journey in another blog post as it deserves its own separate one as to explain parts of my evolution into my late 20s. But for now, I wanted to update you friends on an eventual transition within the next year.
The decision to go back to school is huge to me in the sense of self growth. Early 20s Celest wouldn’t have even dared to think about it or consider it as an option after all they endured.
However, part of this decision is thanks to my early 20s.
A part of me wants to do it for her but with more clarity and goals than she had when she was enrolled at the time.
I’m planning to get certifications in not only web development but graphic design too. These have been huge interests of mine since I discovered digital media in high school. Not only will this help me here, with my blog and content creation, but also help me continue to establish roots in believing in myself. For most of my life, I was terrified to stand up for myself but now? I know I can do it. I have built confidence in advocating for myself over years of personal struggles.
This decision that I’ve made is freeing. I can start to let go of what’s been haunting me for years when it comes to academics. I can begin to heal but on my time AND terms.
And it feels liberating. A weight slowly coming off my chest, bit by bit.
I have only made this decision today but I wanted to share it with you guys in a more personal way: through my entries. The best way I can express myself.
I’ll take you all along for the journey, documenting it not only in writing but in other digital ways too. Let’s take this slowly! No rushing! Planning one day at a time. Thanks for reading this post, I hope this will help you through any big decision you want to make but are scared to.
Take the risk, heal on your own terms, and take your time to do so. Sending you so much love and encouragement as always.
Yours truly,
Celest <3
