So constrained by SE Michigan... How to get out??!

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<p>Thanks again for all of the responses! You guys have such useful information and insight. I really appreciate it. </p>

<p>And to elaborate a bit on why I feel so constrained, I know that this kind of thing is typically demonstrative of where one comes from. The grass always seems to be greener on the other side, regardless of where it is. </p>

<p>However, I think a lot of it has to do with my family’s farm. I’ve talked about that extensively on this forum since I’ve found it, and you’ve all helped me realize that it truly is okay to go to college when most of my family wants me to stay put on the farm. Now that I’ve attained peace within myself to study and feel good about it, I almost have this aching need for a blank slate. I’ve been cooped up in my little farming radius my whole life, and now that I’ve decided to choose my own path, I feel like skipping borders might prove useful and beneficial.</p>

<p>Compared to some other places out there, I’m sure SE Michigan is great. I know that we’ve got a lot packed into a few counties. </p>

<p>Nonetheless, I feel like my time here is done. I’ve harvested my crop, and now it’s time to rotate fields, if only for a season. </p>

<p>I hope this makes sense.</p>

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<p>Persona, I just want to say that you’ve got so much going for yourself!! You’ve got quite a story under your belt, and your ambition will take you far. </p>

<p>I second everyone saying to study abroad. Even if it’s just for a summer, it’ll give you a well-deserved break. Did you happen to make it to the DMLL’s Study Abroad Fair last Monday? They had a little rundown of all the study abroad programs, and they had past participants assembled to answer questions. Before you see Prof. Sullivan, take a look at the Department’s website to read about the programs. The ones to France are the Angers and Orl</p>

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<p>I actually didn’t go to that (I had class), but I’ll for sure look into the programs before I go! Thanks for the tips :slight_smile: and for the kind words :)</p>