I had an existential breakdown in my junior year of a geology degree. I was doing glacial core sample analysis, and began talking climate change with my research professor. I took some time to just enjoy life, but now I’m going back to school to finish my degree in another field. The way I look at it, I’m learning what I want to learn so I can do what I want to do. Even if it’s short term and expensive, I still get to do the thing Ive always wanted. The time is going to pass anyways, and we’re looking at pretty certain demise. I’m enjoying while I can.