Update:
Sooo things haven’t exactly been going to plan lately 😅 I feel like I'm in this burned-out shell. I’ve been spending so much time researching firms and going over my applications, but guess what? I haven’t actually submitted any yet 🙈. I’m still working on it, and I know I’ll get better at this. I just need to snap out of this funk, but it's tough. Even though I know I'm doing all the right things, I feel a bit stuck.
Also, I just moved back to London, and the jet lag is real—it's hit me hard. My SQE course started last week, and honestly, it’s a lot. I’ve been so overwhelmed with everything that I haven't had a chance to focus on applications. But, I promise this week is the week I’m going to get on top of it!
On the bright side, I did complete two forage internships, which I’m counting as a win!
And I applied for, and got spots at, some open days with Dechert, CMS, and Mayer Brown, so that’s exciting!
Other than that, it’s just been the small matter of, you know, moving across continents. No biggie, right?
I feel like I should give myself a break, but honestly, if I do that, knowing me, it’ll turn into a long break, which I just can’t afford right now.
As for my SQE studies, I’m feeling a bit lost and overwhelmed. It’s so different from what I’m used to—I haven’t had to memorize so much information since school, and that was 4 years ago! I’m trying to take everything in, but it’s hard to know where to even begin. There’s so much material, and the thought of memorizing all these concepts feels daunting. I know where I need to start, and I’ve got all the resources, but it’s a matter of figuring out how to tackle it all without feeling completely buried.
If anyone’s studying for SQE1 and has tips on how to actually manage all the content (without feeling like I’m drowning!), please share! I could really use some advice on how to get back into the swing of things.
