“Independence is often conflated with individualism, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to cut ties to prove your self-sufficiency. In fact, true independence is finding a balance between your root connections and forging your own path.”
The harsh reality of leaving home for college
“You grew up in one place for so long with the people you know and love and have grown to be comfortable around. All of a sudden you have to pack it all up and go somewhere completely different.”
Prescription for homesickness
Whether you live near or far, homesickness is inevitable for first years. It happens to everyone at some point regardless of where you go and affects everyone differently. However, students can conquer homesickness during this adjustment period.