To this I almost always answer with no small amount of incredulity, “Who told you that?” Of course I know the answer to that question. Everyone, everywhere.

o All kids hear about in high school is college. “Get into the best school you can!” “Chess club will look great on your application! ” “You’ll never get into a good school with those grades!” And of course, that hyperbolic promise, “You’ll have the time of your life!” Does anyone ever say, “College is important but it’s a lot like real life. It’s got its ups and downs.”

o It’s expensive. It’s so expensive in fact that it better be fabulous. Kids go off to school feeling a weighty responsibility to make the most of it. Love it! Squeeze joy and success out of every academic and social moment. People forget you can’t buy a good time. You can buy an opportunity for a good time. But, that’s all.

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