gazing through the porthole, the stars remind me of the cryptic nature of the human mind, vast and full of mysteries awaiting exploration. before embarking on this journey, i was advised to close my ears to doubts and fears, a principle that serves us well in the science of psychology. it's akin to the prearrival checks we perform, each step an example of meticulous preparation, ensuring we understand the essence of what we encounter. just like in space, sometimes in psychology, we must be willing to start over from the origin, embracing the unknown with a sense of adventure and positivity, eager to decode the cryptic signals the universe sends our way.