It Took Me 12 Years to Get My Bachelor's Degree!

Graduated Saturday April 30, 2022

Hey Loves,

It's been a moment since I've blogged but so much has happened since I've graduated that it's crazy! But in a good sense type of crazy..like crazy favor, blessings and faithfulness type of deal. God has been opening so many doors for me and literally has been blowing my mind. For those who keep up with my blog, knows that I went through one of the most darkest seasons of my life in 2021 and it carried over to the New Year where I thought I was going to have to drop the Winter Semester and finish my final semester at another time. I was adjusting to new medications for my mental health around January and February this year. It felt like an emotional rollercoaster but it was by the Grace of God that I was able to take on and finish my final semester at Eastern Michigan University with a 4.0 GPA and cumulatively in my undergrad curriculum a 3.47 GPA. I'm extremely thankful for my intercessors and support system who were there for me and covering me in prayer.

I blogged about why I decided to get my associate degree instead of my bachelors in 2017 when I graduated from Schoolcraft College. I went in to details about how I had nervous break downs and hospitalizations. I was honestly nervous about getting my bachelors degree because I knew school can be stressful and a trigger for me. When I got my associate's degree, I took a gap year and then went to Eastern Michigan in Fall 2018. I actually got accepted to Madonna University and University of Detroit Mercy as well but I picked EMU when I saw how affordable it was compared to the other schools and by my cousin telling me I should really consider EMU. And let's just say, it was definitely the school where God wanted me to be. During the summer of 2018 right before school started, I was ready to be a wife and a mom in a sense and I was over the whole school thing. But my cousin let me know that I should really network and build connections while at EMU. And that's what exactly happened. I'm in a group with beautiful women that are professionals and graduated from EMU and we all have a personal story. We are a hub that is centered with our career networking specialist who I absolutely love. I keep in touch with some of my professors. And I received scholarships while I was at EMU. #grateful

I didn't think it was possible for me at times to complete my degree. I had negative thoughts while working on my education. BUT I can truly say I graduated in God's Timing. My steps were truly ordered by Him and He orchestrated everything so perfectly. I am a first-generation graduate. I did it all while battling a brain disease---Bipolar Disorder. But I only did it by the Grace of God. I give Him all credit, Glory and Honor. I want to encourage someone that YOU CAN DO IT! I've had multiple hospitalizations and breakdowns but I did it! You may hear lies from the enemy that would make you question yourself to see if you are smart or good enough. But honey, you are competent in God and you can really do all things through Him. Yes, you will have your days where you are crying. You may fail or barely pass some classes. But KEEP PUSHING THROUGH! Never compare your journey to someone else's. You have your own lane to thrive in. Im astounded on how God really makes lemons turn into lemonade. He's done it for me and HE will do the same for you! Put your trust in HIM. He's faithful!

P.S. My bachelors degree is in Communication and minor in Family Sociology. My plans are to get my Master in Social Work after a gap year or (even two lol) and eventually a PhD. in psychology. I want to become a social worker and therapist to make so many changes in the mental health community. I will not allow what I've went through go to waste. I'm paying it forward especially to the African American community. And of course, I will constantly be writing books on top of books. My last Dear Pandemic book should be released soon! I will keep you posted!

If my story touches you in any way, feel free to comment below or even email me at info@shereebraswell.com. I would love to hear from you!

Love,

Sheree B xoxo

EMU Grad 2022 "I finally did it"

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