It's my birthday!
Today marks my 27th birthday...and what a year it has been! This year, I can honestly say that I am the healthiest and happiest I have ever been. The past year has been FULL of challenges, changes, and growths in my life. I started my first year of Family Medicine Residency. I found a therapist who was absolutely the best fit for me. I allowed myself to feel all my emotions, and to accept them. I challenged so many ED rules. I started taking more care of myself, my body, my mind, my emotions, and my faith. I reached out to friends and family for support. I cried. I yelled. I laughed. I smiled. And best of all... I made it. Today is a gift. Looking back on this past year, I can see how every experience I encountered led to my growth. It was all for the good. There were many days this past year when I felt exhausted because of work. Fatigued from my therapy homework. Saddened by the events taking place in the world. Frustrated by my emotions. And, yet, I am proud. Proud becaus...