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Finding My Way Through the Noise: Lessons from Junior & Senior Year

“Not all those who wander are lost.” - J.R.R. Tolkien If you had asked me at the start of junior year where I thought I’d be by now, I would’ve given you a neat, confident answer. A clear college list. A perfect plan. A version of myself that had it all figured out. That’s not how it went, and honestly, I’m glad. 2025 became a defining year for me. Between launching my podcast, competing in tournaments, navigating the pressure of junior and senior year, and now standing at th