Berggasse 19 was once home to Sigmund Freud, an Austrian neurologist who was more famously known as the father of psychoanalysis.

With its inconspicuous white bricks and stained-wood doors, the Freud Museum looks just like every other building in the block. In fact, its facade creates a deceptive illusion that attempts to conceal the symbolism, the history, and the importance of this otherwise significant building. 

This significant building was my home during the Summer.

For 6 weeks I studied abroad in Vienna, Austria, through the PIIRS Global Seminar program at Princeton University. From the Salzburg Alps to the Danube River, I immersed myself in the Viennese lifestyle: trekking through beautiful forest paths, wading through sparkling turquoise water, and attending lively music concerts where I understood nothing. 

On the flipside, I also spent hours on the third floor of Bergasse 19, attending lectures, giving presentations, and learning how to speak German. With the assistance of Professor. Gallo of the German Department and graduate student Friederike Ach, 11 other students and I learned what it truly meant to embody the spirit of learning beyond borders. 

From operas to concerts, art museums to libraries, and mixers to dinners, learning transcended the museum’s walls. 

We dined with guests of the most distinguished nature, learning from famous musicians and local university students what it meant to be Viennese. 

Eat schnitzel. Swim in the Danube. Get a sacher-torte (chocolate cake). 

Together, we visited magnificent castles and saw the tombs of the Habsburg emperors. We hiked the Austrian Alps and walked the Ringstraße. We attended traditional performances and luxurious dinners.

Indeed, this truly was a once in a lifetime opportunity.

My peers and I entered this experience as strangers, muttering tentative greetings and hesitant introductions but we left as friends, with shared experiences that cannot be replicated.

It was a period in my life where there was truly no limit to what I could experience — Princeton’s Global Seminar program broadened my horizons and gave me an opportunity to learn by experiencing.  

Through cultural immersion, I was able to think like the Viennese, act like the Viennese, and be Viennese; I experienced a glimpse of the world beyond by leveraging Princeton’s extensive resources abroad to truly make the most of this opportunity. 

It was a “soft landing” to the world beyond — in other words, Vienna felt just like home. 

I had access to people who knew where the closest laundromat was, where the best restaurants to eat were, and what “ausgang” meant in English. I had opportunities to visit expensive museums, taste regional cuisines, and interact with the local students. But more importantly, I had a group of people with me who could empathize with the difficulties of living abroad for the first time. 

To others, the Freud Museum looks just like every other building on Bergasse street. But to the 12 of us who left Princeton this Summer, it is a place where we struggled, learned, and celebrated what it means to learn beyond borders. 

This past summer, I had the incredible opportunity to intern at an aerospace startup in Singapore, through the Streicker Fellowship, which supports students in pursuing self-sourced internships abroad. It was a summer packed with innovation, learning, and unexpected discoveries that went far beyond just professional development.

During my internship, I dove headfirst into some pretty exciting projects. My main task was testing and optimizing a carbon nanotube neutralizer grid to reduce the power and propellant demands of hall effect thrusters. It was amazing to contribute to something with real-world applications for space technology!

During the internship, I picked up a range of technical skills that I hadn’t fully mastered before. I learned how to operate vacuum chambers, wire electric circuits, and, perhaps the most thrilling part, actually fire a thruster. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of seeing your work come to life and perform exactly how you hoped it would. I’m not going to lie—there were a few misfires along the way, but each challenge was a valuable lesson.

Beyond the technical side, the best part was reconnecting with old passions and meeting some fantastic people. From the very beginning, my coworkers and supervisors made me feel incredibly welcome. They were always ready to lend a hand or offer mentorship, guiding me through every part of my project and sharing invaluable advice. They went the extra mile to recommend must-visit spots around Singapore and even brought me local dishes to try during our lunch breaks. I also formed great friendships with the other interns, who were just as enthusiastic about exploring Singapore with me. Singapore itself became a huge source of inspiration. I joined a local sketching group that met weekly, and it quickly became one of my favorite parts of the experience. There’s no better way to take in a city than sitting down with a pencil and notebook, trying to capture its energy on paper.

Singapore is a fascinating blend of modern skyscrapers, lush green spaces, and colorful, traditional Peranakan houses. Sketching the contrast between futuristic buildings and historical architecture was an unforgettable way to experience the city’s diverse identity. Every session made me appreciate Singapore’s unique combination of the old and the new, nature and innovation.

In the end, this summer wasn’t just about enhancing my technical skills in aerospace—it was about reconnecting with my passion for sketching and connecting with a vibrant new culture: science by day, sketches by night, and a whole lot of growth in between. Learning to fire a thruster or wire circuits was thrilling, but the true lessons came in navigating a new cultural environment, taking risks in both my work and personal life, and stepping outside my comfort zones. Each day demanded a new level of adaptability—whether it was addressing the technical misfires that came with operating vacuum chambers or collaborating across language barriers. These situations taught me to problem-solve quickly, think creatively under pressure, and stay focused despite setbacks. I also found new challenges in capturing Singapore's cityscapes in my sketchbook, each structure pushing me to see and render the world differently.

Returning to Princeton, I find myself carrying these lessons with me. Navigating complex group projects or tackling demanding coursework feels different now, as I approach each new challenge with the adaptability and resilience I acquired this summer. I've come back not just with new technical skills, but with a greater confidence in taking on roles that require both independent problem-solving and collaborative effort. The blend of passions and challenges I experienced this summer reminds me to keep stretching beyond my comfort zones—a mindset I’m bringing to everything I do here.

Last fall, I wrote about my experience as an intern through Princeton Internships in Civic Service (PICS)—a program that connects undergraduate students with community partners to complete funded summer internships in civic service. Having loved the work that I did last summer, I was excited to return for a second PICS internship.

Summer internships are an excellent opportunity to explore your career interests. They are opportunities to assess what you do and don’t like about particular fields or work environments, as well as allow you to reflect on what you can improve on as a young professional. My decision to work for the Latin American Legal Defense Fund last summer was a result of my interest in the nonprofit sector generally, as well as the organization’s commitment to the empowerment of immigrant communities. I loved working within the environment of a nonprofit organization, but I knew I wanted to seek out an internship that would be more directly involved in legal work in the future. Thankfully, PICS’ wide variety of community partners made it very easy to find another organization that aligned with my values and interests.

Immigration Equality is an organization that provides legal services to LGBTQ and HIV-positive immigrants and their families, particularly for those seeking asylum or refugee status. The organization is involved in a wide range of advocacy and litigation efforts in addition to connecting individuals with other pro bono attorneys as necessary and hosting relevant events around New York City.

When seeking out my internship for the summer of my junior year, I knew I wanted to connect with an organization deeply rooted in immigration justice and advocacy. Immigration Equality was truly the best organization I could have ended up working at. I had the privilege of working alongside a team of extremely passionate, knowledgeable, and welcoming individuals. As a legal intern, I was responsible for a variety of projects, ranging from creating a presentation for a pro se asylum filing workshop to putting together a country conditions index for a client’s case. I was excited to get to work with many of the attorneys at Immigration Equality, especially since each worked on something different—the refugee program, asylum cases, and the detention hotline, to name a few. Furthermore, I felt myself grow as an individual in the workplace, advocating for myself to receive more assignments I was interested in and reaching out with questions whenever I felt confused. No matter how small or complicated my questions, everyone was always willing to take the time to respond and I can easily say I learned a lot about the immigration system.

My internship was remote, which meant that I was able to spend my summer reconnecting with my hometown in a way that I hadn’t gotten to since coming to Princeton. I enjoyed breakfast with my family every morning and did my work on the back porch with a cup of tea in the Florida heat. Getting to do so was an important part of what I hoped to get out of my summer, and I am thankful for my PICS internship’s role in enabling this for me. In addition to spending time at home, I was able to start preparing for my post-Princeton plans and take the time to reflect on the last few years. Connecting with my paired alumni mentor through PICS was an integral part of this reflection.

As I move into senior year, I feel recharged and fueled in my desire to pursue a career in immigration law. And although obvious nerves abound, I find myself more excited than ever to see where my future as an academic will take me.

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Recently, I began a short internship for a startup in New Zealand. The internship consists of making an interactive model of solar panel installations in augmented reality—fun—but not something I particularly have experience in. I casually vented to my friend about the task as (huge surprise) I know nothing about the topic. Her response made me pause. 

“That’s very startup-esk, you’re given a task with no onboarding”. 

Which is exactly true. This small comment reminded me of the beauty of startups: they often allow you to have tremendous creative freedom. More and more often, I’ve realized that I have a certain spark—sometimes a borderline obsession with a project—when I have this type of freedom. Whether it comes from innate creativity or the possibility in a project, I think all startups begin with that spark. Even the word startup implies this idea of possibility. It’s not called start here. Instead, you are dreaming up a new future. Working towards something new. 

I've realized that I’m attracted to this kind of work. I remember in high school when I wrote, illustrated, and self-published my own children’s book, it felt exactly this way. Every morning I woke up with one thing on my mind—illustration. That was my first Summer of Startups. 

As I’m still trying to find my own rhythm and passion, I think it’s important to recognize what gives me that spark. Whether that is working for a company or for myself, it’s up to me to decide what path to take—but it's not always easy. At Princeton, with what sometimes feels like a defined culture of chasing success, I’ve personally felt a certain frenzy to secure the correct steps and internships to “get to the top”. It’s too easy to see a predefined path and claim it as your own. It takes a lot more though, to define your own path. 

All of it, I’ll admit, can be quite hard. Even finding a spark can be rare. Having the courage to pursue it is even rarer. While my short internship this summer has reminded me about the beauty of startups and their endless possibilities, I’ll admit that I’m still discovering my passions. I have all too many times seen a desire to start something, but put it off due to one excuse or the other. With that, let me be the inspiration that I sometimes lack within myself. 

Let your mindset Start Up.

Let your habits Start Here.

And you. You Start It.

“When is the best time to plant a tree? Twenty years ago. The second-best time is today.” - Chinese proverb

When I first heard this proverb from one of my friends at Princeton, I understood the meaning, but I did not realize the meaning until much later. This summer, I interned for a venture capital firm in Tulsa, OK. I found Atento Capital through one of the Center for Career Development’s career fairs, and I decided to take a chance. My last blog talks about the value of taking a chance on a small city, so I won’t repeat myself here. What I will do, however, is talk about one of the biggest lessons I learned: the time to startup is now.

Being that Atento’s investment range is pre-seed and seed stage startup companies, I was exposed to the early life of many startups. From firsthand experience, I can say that it is a tough journey starting out. The venture capital world relies on a power rule in order to make money. For example, a firm may hear from thousands of companies, whittle it down to being interested in one hundred, and then investing in ten. Of those ten companies, half will fail, two or three will break even, one may slightly exceed the investment, and one may be a ‘home run’ which yields significant returns. It is a super volatile industry.

In the pivotal moments of a startup's early life, managing money is super important. Having time to deliver on a plan is the second battle, or in other words, managing what is called burn/runway. This is essentially how much time you have left before you run out of money in the bank. There are a variety of factors that influence this, which can become complicated to manage. Failure to do so oftentimes results in the end of the company or the need to raise more capital and lose ownership. This is why the time to make a startup is in college.

There are numerous benefits to starting a startup while in college. First off, The risk of failure is insignificant compared to the consequences if taken outside of college. While you are in school, the worst thing that can happen is your startup fails, you have more freetime on campus, and you learn a few lessons along the way. Perhaps an oversimplification, but while in college, you are in a protected bubble of opportunity. The present talent at school serves as a base to launch a project that can turn into something amazing. What other time will you be surrounded by hundreds of bright individuals within arms reach? On top of this, the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Princeton (and other schools) is very strong. The support is unmatched.

Additionally, pitch competitions often give non dilutive funding/grants to groups who perform the best - this is not something that happens outside of college; if someone gives you money, they expect returns. The worst part of raising funds for your startup is giving part of your business away, so why not take advantage of opportunities where that does not happen. In short, the best time to take a risk on a good idea and found a startup is in the nest of opportunity known as college! Facebook was founded twenty years ago at Harvard, the next ‘Facebook’ startup will be founded today, at Princeton. It's time to startup! 

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It’s the summer of 2024, and I’m in that weird purgatory phase between years—feeling too old to claim the title of sophomore, but too young to drop the rising which precedes junior. Through these mixture of titles, I came to the realization that I’m exactly halfway through. Halfway through my Princeton experience.  

Princeton moves fast. Just the other day I remember dreaming of what college would feel like. The independence, the late night talks, the college romances and life-long friends waiting to be met. As a rising Junior, I admit these distant dreams now feel like grounded reality, but more importantly, I feel more grounded in myself. I know that I’ve significantly changed from the 18 year-old who walked through Fitzrandolph gate with eyes wide open but with a mind quite closed and ignorant of the challenges which awaited her. 

With time, I’ve become more aware of my freshman year ignorance. I believe I came into college with an over romanticized vision of adulthood, in addition to a blaring confidence that everything will go my way if I work hard enough. Not to discourage anyone, but college will never be a bed of roses. I think facing this reality, and the many challenges at Princeton, knocked down my 18 year old confidence to a certain degree. While my confidence has been lowered at certain points during my time here—I’m happy to report that it’s been on a steady trajectory uphill. 

A recent conversation with a friend enlightened me on a psychology term which I think accurately describes my growth during my two years here: the Dunning-Kruger Effect. If you’re not a psychology major (like me), you may not have heard about it. The Dunning-Kruger Effect is a cognitive bias where someone’s limited knowledge in a certain area causes them to become overconfident in their abilities. Essentially, when people have a gap in their knowledge, they tend to assume they know it all instead of realizing the gap. Funnily enough, I heard about this effect and thought “Wow! That exactly describes my college experience!”

However, I’m now aware of that gap, and I can therefore place more trust in myself and my judgment. From my two years here, I’ve learned a few things.  For example, I still believe things can go your way if you work hard enough, but now I understand it only comes with the addition of patience and flexibility. Further, I still love to romanticize college, but I no longer have the expectation that every second of it will be filled with those iconic moments. 

If I’ve truly learned anything, it’s that mistakes are meant to be made. They’ve helped me learn about myself, gain a sense of independence, and most importantly, given me a stronger sense of self. I’ve realized, I’m growing up a bit. I’m still proud of where I started, and I’m even prouder of where I’m going. Who knows, with my confidence rising, maybe soon I can drop that part of the title. Maybe being a junior isn’t so bad after all. 

When I first came to Princeton, I was overwhelmed with the amount of opportunity presented to me in just a mere few weeks. Those weeks blended into months and eventually, 2 semesters worth of saying “yes” led to a feeling I couldn’t quite pinpoint: burnout.

Being in the orange bubble is an experience that amplifies your sense of gratitude, confidence, and belief that anything is possible — and it truly is. Possibility is multiplied twofold at a place like Princeton. This is because Princeton connects you with the resources, the education, and the community to pursue your dreams. However, in this pursuit, it can be easy to forget to take care of yourself, to build healthy habits, and to form sustainable relationships. 

Naturally then, when this Summer started, the weight of the semester crashed onto me and I felt myself exhausted on all fronts. Exhaustion seeped into bitterness, and soon I was in a battle where the only person I was fighting was myself and the goal was to accept that saying “no” was okay.

There is something scary about seeing passion and hope being overshadowed by discontentment. If passion and hope are the driving force behind joy, then discontentment is the thief of it. By some stroke of luck and a little bit of effort, I was able to overcome this feeling by not letting the orange bubble define me. 

What did this look like? Well this summer, I ventured beyond Princeton and pursued an internship that would place me as far away as possible from New Jersey. This internship was a moment for me to figure out what I wanted to do professionally and subsequently, what type of culture I wanted to surround myself with moving forward. Culture, to me, meant the people I interacted with, the values I adopted, and the feeling that this community gave me.

My main takeaway from this experience is that while Princeton is a part of me, I am also a part of Princeton. Princeton has undoubtedly opened many doors for me that would have stayed closed otherwise. However, I am more than the academic and professional experiences that I have acquired up to this point. I am a culmination of the communities I surround myself with — back home, at school, and the places I’ve intimately explored. 

This summer, I was fortunate enough to meet a remarkable group of individuals who have challenged my perspective and enriched my life in countless ways. Their enthusiasm and passion were infectious, and it was an honor to represent Princeton within this community. They taught me the invaluable lesson that our college experiences are not linear progressions but rather, dynamic journeys marked by growth and transformation.

Through their diverse backgrounds and experiences, I gained a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted nature of our time at Princeton. Our four years are a canvas upon which we paint our own unique stories, filled with both triumphs and setbacks. The orange bubble, while undoubtedly special, is just one chapter in a much larger narrative. By stepping outside of that environment, I realized the importance of cultivating a broader worldview and building connections that extend far beyond the campus.

Ultimately, it is through these experiences—both within and outside of Princeton—that we shape our identities and prepare ourselves for the complexities of the world beyond. The skills, knowledge, and relationships we forge will continue to evolve as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of our personal and professional lives.

Last summer, following my first year at Princeton, I had the opportunity to take part in an International Internship Program (IIP) for a Medellín-based renewable energy startup called Solenium. As an ardent traveler and renewable energy enthusiast, I had very high expectations. Even so, I could not have imagined the vibrant, transformative, and gratifying experience I was about to have. 

As a fresh-out-of-high-school first-year student, I was amazed by the international opportunities supported by Princeton. Learning I could have an international career opportunity fully funded by Princeton was staggering: I had to take advantage. What stood out to me most about the IIP program was that it didn’t ask students to sacrifice life experience for career or vice-versa. As someone who is curious and passionate about not only academics but also the greater world, IIP offered me an avenue to explore all passions. In life, and particularly in the U.S., I believe students often become weighed down by career expectations too early. At Princeton, programs like IIP offer us the ability to maintain an edge in career pursuits while still exposing us to cultures and experiences that define the way we operate in and view the world. 

What did my experience actually look like? My IIP – through the thoughtful and organized help of advisers and an internship organization – funded a two-month internship as a software engineer at Solenium, a renewables startup in Medellín. As a student who literally came to Princeton for opportunities in renewable energy, this was a chance to work in my dream field while also exploring Colombia and work on my Spanish. Suffice to say, words cannot express how much I loved my time there. My supervisors and coworkers at Solenium were equally passionate about solving the problem of climate change and helped me grow as a software developer, problem-solver, and worldly person. The environment of the company was that of a family: multiple times a week the office would go play soccer against teenagers at the park, get dinner at delicious street vendors, or hold late night brainstorming. Outside of work, I explored the “city of eternal spring” (the weather in Medellín is undoubtedly the greatest I have ever experienced). I went on IIP organized tours, met local friends at the park, tried hundreds of different food stands and restaurants, watched soccer matches, and immersed myself in the culture. On weekends, I traveled Colombia: I saw jungle and ocean, got my hair cut – and had an incredible conversation – with a Venezuelan immigrant on his way to the Darién Gap. I stayed on a floating hostel, laughed with locals while trying fruits I couldn’t pronounce, and tried – miserably – to salsa dance. 

I worked hard every day to take the opportunity awarded to me and make the most of it. By the end I had – in the most cliche way possible – been transformed. I worked conversationally in Spanish, learned Django and Flutter to build a functioning prototype of a smart EV charger, and had made dozens of close friends – fellow interns and Colombians alike. I was able to see the passion and innovation with which people all over the world tackle the same climate problems I hope to fight. I experienced a completely new culture and grew as an academic, traveler, and person. It is for these reasons and so many more that I can’t even think of my time in Colombia without cracking a smile; my experience in Medellín was, and will remain, one of the best experiences of my life. 

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This summer, I am completing a RISE (Recognizing Inequities and Standing for Equality) internship with the World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) Markets Institute at its headquarters in Washington, DC. This being the first ever summer I would spend in the US, I was excited to see what living outside the "Orange Bubble" (what student's call the Princeton universe) feels like, and most of all, how July 4th is celebrated in the U.S., especially D.C. Back home in Australia, I never really celebrated Australia Day, our version of Independence Day. Given the day’s date, which marks the anniversary of the arrival of the English First Fleet on Australian soil, many citizens and especially the Aboriginal Australian community regard it as a day of mourning. However, Independence Day here, from my pop culture knowledge, is a day full of celebration and patriotism–something that I was really interested in experiencing. 

I started off my Fourth of July by meeting up with my friend near Georgetown University. We had pancakes and scrambled eggs for brunch–a fittingly American breakfast. After brunch, I met up with one of my WWF co-interns and headed to the US Capitol. My co-intern’s friend was working at the Capitol and invited us as plus ones to sit on the steps of the building. We decided to go early to avoid the crowds and to set up camp at a good location. When we arrived there, I was impressed by the Capitol’s architecture–it was grand, had a big dome in the middle of the building, and seemed almost out of place amongst the rest of its surroundings due to its neoclassical style. 

When we sat down on the steps, I was amazed by the view. From the Capitol, I could clearly see the Washington Monument and the stretch of green between these two landmarks filled with crowds of people. There was a concert stage right in front of us with an orchestra, choir, army personnel, singers, and dancers. We were handed American flags by some people on the steps, so I felt that I fit right in waving the flag amongst a sea of red, white and blue. 

Not before long, the performances on the stage started. One moment that stood out to me particularly was when the U.S. National Anthem was sung; everyone in the crowd stood up and put their hand on their chest. No one around me actually sang, and were instead silently listening to the singer on the stage. At that moment, I remembered the absurdity of my situation: I was an international student, surrounded by U.S. citizens, in the capital city, during the celebration of America’s Independence. When the song ended, I felt a great sense of gratitude that I had the opportunity to experience July 4th in such a unique and memorable way. 

Before the concert finished, I left the Capitol–albeit a little unwillingly!–and headed to the rooftop of my summer accommodation where I met up with some other Princeton interns to watch the fireworks. While we theoretically had a great, up close vantage point for the fireworks, the wind was blowing smoke in our direction and covered most of the view. Despite this, I loved being with my friends and chatting, listening to the loud pops of the fireworks and seeing flashes of bright, sparkling light light up the night sky behind it. 

When the day was over, I was pretty exhausted. However, I was also impressed and satisfied with how much fun I had. July 4th was the epitome of cultural immersion in the U.S.–I got to experience so much of this country through the food, sights, location, and culture that I encountered that day. I am very grateful for the opportunity to be interning in D.C., and know that I have much more in store for me for the rest of my internship. Future tigers, especially international tigers: I highly recommend applying for summer internships out of your hometown–who knows, you might end up getting to experience July 4th in the nation’s capital!

Returning to Princeton after a semester abroad, I was looking forward to conducting my senior thesis research over the summer. Princeton, where everything feels familiar. But I quickly realized that, like people, places frequently change over time. In honor of one of my favorite romantic comedies of all time, I decided to write my own version of 10 Things I Hate About You: Princeton Edition. 

I hate the hill. (There is steady incline from Yeh College to Nassau Hall) It's simple: going up this hill every time I want a cup of coffee or have a work shift on campus is an absolute pain.

I hate the weather. As a New Jersey native, you'd think I'd be used to it by now but I live farther north where we don't have this kind of humidity. The heat wave hitting Princeton this summer, with temperatures in the high 90s, is something I'm not particularly happy about.

I hate leaving Rocky, my residential college. For my summer research, I'm staying in the newer residential colleges, NCW and Yeh. I miss the charm of Rocky, the greenery and the peacefulness. Seeing people walk around or taking photoshoots, it's a distinct environment I've grown accustomed to. NCW and Yeh feel like I'm in a small isolated world.

I hate that my friends aren't here. Most of them are off in different parts of the world or the country working on amazing projects. I miss having people I'm close to nearby, especially after being apart for so long.

I hate all the new construction sites; every day, there's literally a new roadblock. But with each detour, I'm led to a new path I've never taken. I see a new side of Princeton that I wouldn't have seen before because I stick to the same routine. So, while it can be frustrating each day, I'm learning to be grateful for each new place I discover. 

I hate how much I love my lab. We have so many new people over the summer but that comes with the quick reminder that their presence is only temporary. So with each moment I grow closer to them, I know how much harder it's going to be to say goodbye.

I hate how much I love crocheting. I've picked up a hobby I've wanted to pursue for years but never had the time for. Crocheting is such a great, mindless activity and I know that soon I won't have countless hours to spend on my different projects.

I hate how much I love working on my thesis. These two months simultaneously feel like I've gotten so much and nothing done. Running a longitudinal study across different institutions takes a lot of preparation and organization. While I'm close to being where I want to be, I know I still have a lot to do. But I enjoy it because it's work I'm passionate about—work I feel is important.

I hate how time flies so fast here. I only have a few weeks left before the summer session ends and I'll be going home. I'm trying to soak in every moment, every time my lab comes up with a new topic to debate, like grapes vs. cherries or what constitutes a cake. These are the moments I won't forget.

So, in the wise words of Kat Stratford, “But mostly I hate the way I don’t hate you. Not even close. Not even a little bit. Not even at all.” Just like with growing pains, I come to see everything from a new perspective. I see how change can be good and bad, but most of all, how I'm changing with it.