It's so true. I'm not in law school yet, but I've been working full-time and I didn't realize how vital going out for weekly beers with my friend who understands the shitty parts of our job was. That venting to someone that gets what you're going through is better for mental health than any therapist imo.
I assume that when I get to OP's point in my law student career we'll be back to some level of normalcy. I imagine i'll still feel how they're feeling but at least there might be a better support system around it. It's a shame you're having to do it without, and wish you strength crossing the finish line.
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