Becoming Is Messy: Reflections on Growth, Legacy, and Resilience

There’s something nobody really tells you about growth:It’s messy. It doesn’t arrive wrapped in clarity and confidence.It doesn’t announce itself with perfect timing.Most of the time, it sneaks in quietly, disguised as disruption, doubt, or an invitation that feels bigger than you think you can handle. Over the past few months, I’ve found myself standing […]
From Storage Space to Self-Reflection: Unearthing My Past of Resilience and Determination to Forge Ahead

Rediscovering my past while organizing a storage unit, I was confronted with report cards, memories, and the echoes of challenges I faced. From a tumultuous childhood in SoCal to academic triumphs as a single parent, each relic revealed my journey of determination and resilience. With all its highs and lows, your past shapes your unique story—embrace it, learn from it, and be proud.