Today I finished my first year of medical school. It feels amazing to have put so much work into something, do well, and look forward to almost two months of well deserved rest. This semester has been so incredibly busy. I didn't ever think that I could work this hard. I poured everything I had into my school the entire year and am happy to be on the other side of first year. This means that I am one step closer to being able to do actual doctor-things!
This semester I have learned a lot. Obviously the information I have crammed into my head counts as a LOT of learning, but I have also learned a lot of non-academic things too. I realized just how important sleep is and I have managed to get more sleep than I did last semester. I realized that I actually have to spend money on food so that I don't whither away. I found that eating a bag of chips a week can really alleviate weight loss :)
Also, I have made some amazing friends that are truly great individuals. They will surely be life-long friends. The social support going through stressful times has made a world of difference in my ability handle things. We share so many common experiences and we are there for each other when we need a good laugh, a shoulder to cry on, or a listening ear. I absolutely love them! And couldn't have made it through as sane as I am without them.
Less is more. Honestly. I study just a tiny bit less and do a tiny bit better. This means that I am not as much of a walking zombie, plus I get the added side effect of getting better grades.
I think that summarizes what I have learned in this past semester. Now I am getting ready to go home for the summer. The packing process is slowed because I have to wait for the washer and dryer to finish washing my clothes before I can pack them.
Sincerely,
SECOND YEAR MEDICAL STUDENT :)
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