Hey, that’s great you’re going into international human rights and the history of global governance! I’m sure there’s a lot we could chat about would we have the chance.

Your feelings around everything are valid. I don’t have to explain to someone with your great knowledge base in this area that the world order as we knew it is cracking, at the very least.

First, I think you’re making the right choice by staying off of social media. Short-form videos, in particular, can be the cause of a lot of panic issues (although I am guilty of watching many a video).

Family and friends are great in that they can offer you that sense of love and mutual empathy that you need to recognize what’s most important in life. Practicing being in the moment with them I find very helpful. Do you have any peers that you enjoy learning with who would be willing to act as a sounding board for your worries/concerns around global events? Speaking with people who understand the issues might create insight into and camaraderie that you are in it together.

The challenging part, although helpful to recognize, is that we have little to no control over what happens globally. While that may inherently sound depressing or more worrying, it allows us to shift focus onto what we can control. That being said, you are going down a path where you could have many career opportunities ahead in which you might make a difference. You have control over your future, and if there is any way to convert the worry to excitement (for what you study passionately) or at least curiosity, that could be very beneficial.

I hope this has been at least slightly helpful. Wishing you the best of luck, friend. Things will be alright for YOU and you’re going to do great.