Grad School Is an Emotionally Toxic Environment

The more academically boxed in you are, the more emotionally frustrated and socially stunted you will be. This is not a light switch. It takes time. Do not think you can sit in a chair and just talk yourself into contentment or happiness or self-esteem. So go create a great life that you enjoy,. that you think you will enjoy, and then chances are you are going to feel better about yourself than before.