I’m really sorry you had that experience. Please know that feeling the way you do does not make you a terrible person, it makes you human. Seeing these things in the news brings back memories for a lot of people. It’s 100% okay to take a break. Like Audre Lord says, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is…

It’s chaos, be kind.

I once nearly failed out of grad school due to extreme anxiety. Within my first three months, my cat died, my boyfriend and I got into a HUGE fight, and I was in a terrible living situation. Plus I was 1000+ miles away from home to go to school so none of my regular social supports.

Four square breathing technique! It’s helped me many a time. Good luck!