Begin Again <3 (My TC Journey)

[TCHolderr]

Hi!

I am a third year RG law student. I had just unsuccessfully completed my first application cycle and I was down in the dumps. I had convinced myself that I would never apply again because this career is just not for me. For context, I am an introvert and I get quite anxious in social situations, but I enjoy law and legal work and I really do want to become a solicitor. But all my life I have been told that it was not suitable for me as it was a very people-facing role. The last application cycle rejection just reinforced this doubt in my head that I could never be this person. Especially since last year I went way out of my comfort zone, networking and putting myself in every possible social situation. I got to the AC for HSF and I was so excited and I had just started believing I could do it, until the rejection crashed all my hope. I know I am late to this application cycle but I have been reading everyone's journeys on this forum, and it has helped me gain to courage to keep moving forward, and keep trying and begin again.

So I am starting my second cycle today, knowing that my journey will be filled with ups and downs and that I have to stay resilient. In this thread, I will update my application progress and plans weekly, as well as improve my commercial awareness by posting daily business news analysis.

My Goals for this month:
- Apply for the Macfarlanes Vac Scheme
- Apply for two open days to firms I am interested in
- Daily Commercial Awareness Updates
- Do three forage simulations so I can learn more about the role
- Practice WG and VI

 

[abbietc03]

Wishing you all the best!! I really related to your post as I'm also someone who suffers from social anxiety (+ neurodivergency), and have had my own doubts about whether law would be suitable for me. As long as you're passionate about it, the role is right for you! Hope all goes well for you this cycle

 

[User138756]

Hi @TCHolderr. Firstly, I am sorry to hear about your struggles during the application process. It can often be a dejecting experience, as rejections are inevitable - as you have said, it is important to bear this in mind when you are applying! Making it to the AC stage at HSF certainly demonstrates to me that you are an exceptional candidate, given the small number of people that make it to that stage. It shows that you are doing lots of things right with your applications.

Setting goals for each month (or even each week) is a great way to hold yourself accountable, as well as to celebrate all the small successes within the application cycle. Best of luck with all the applications, and do keep us updated on your progress!