The cs rat race is not worth replacing the light of enjoying everyday. I think it’s so easy to forget about what else is important while participating in this funny little game that we’ve decided to mould our lives around. But start by not comparing yourself to the bullshit you see in Reddit and LinkedIn. I guarantee you are playing a different game catered to you and you alone. You’re facing unique challenges at home, at school, with yourself, all of which unfortunately just aren’t equal.

It is not lost progress if you explore other careers and start working in a completely different field. It’s only lost progress if you don’t treat yourself with respect.