The Illinois College of Optometry Student Blog

In this perplexing journey that we call life, it’s easy to get wrapped up in our own endeavors, sometimes to a point of detriment. When you set a goal for yourself (let’s say, trying to become an optometrist 👀) it makes sense to put your best foot forward and undertake that goal with all the fortitude you can muster. In spite of this, we’re sometimes so gripped by these pursuits that the desire to succeed suffocates us. In these instances, it’s necessary to take a step back

-up at 5:30 a.m., pulling out of my driveway by 6. -frantic 5-10 minute drive to get to the Metra train station in Kenosha, Wis., praying to hit every green light and hoping for no cops with speed guns along the way. Try to find a close parking spot at the train station. Jump out of the car, grab my backpack and lunch, and do the awkward shuffle/run with my backpack swaying from side to side, and hop on the Metra by 6:15 a.m. -an hour-and-a-half train ride where it’s crucial