A strange mix of emotions comes when one succeeds in one of their most profound life goals. There's great joy but also a bit of fear-fear in the possibility of failure or of the greater burden of responsibility one bares. It's a complicated feeling, and I think that's normal.

Soon I will start my formal education as a counselor, and I am thrilled and a little nervous all at once. I know that this is my place-I have wanted to be here for many years now.

The journey begins!