Summer School Struggles: A Sunday Check-In

Sundays have officially turned into school days.

I’m in my first semester of summer school, taking Investments and Managerial Accounting, and let me just say, the struggle is real. Last semester, I walked away with a 4.0, and while that felt amazing, this time around…now if can hold on to a low B in both classes, I’ll be so thankful.

Today was rough. I had to submit this week’s assignments and take both quizzes, and saying I was lost and confused would be an understatement. I’m extremely nervous and feel so unprepared, like I’m always one step behind, trying to play catch-up.

What’s wild is that I’m actually doing okay grade-wise. But even with that, I still find myself doubting if I really understand what’s going on. There’s a difference between passing and grasping, and right now, I’m praying to just hang in there.

Here’s the thing. It’s okay to admit when you don’t know everything. That doesn’t make you less smart, less driven, or less worthy of being in the room. It just makes you human.

I have to remind myself that this is part of the process. I have four weeks left until I complete the first half of summer, and even though it feels heavy right now, that’s a milestone. That’s proof that I’m learning, stretching, and still standing.

Pursuing an MBA isn’t about being perfect. It’s about pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone, even when it’s uncomfortable or unclear. It’s about showing up, even when you’re unsure. And that’s exactly what I’m doing.

Even with all the doubts, I still believe in this journey. I still believe that earning this degree will open doors and stretch me in ways I never imagined. And I want to say this to anyone who’s thinking about going back to school. You don’t have to have it all figured out to take the first step. You just have to be willing to grow.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or like you’re faking it half the time, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you, and we’re doing better than we think.

So here’s to messy Sundays, confusing quizzes, and still moving forward. We don’t have to know everything. We just have to keep going.