The rejections, waitlists, and deferrals put me back in the shoes of the little girl who felt like every argument between her parents resulted from her failure to communicate.
Failing organic chemistry shattered my academic aspirations, but it taught me the importance of accepting failure and reevaluating my priorities. By embracing failure as a stepping stone, I discovered true happiness in pursuing my passions and nurturing meaningful relationships. I learned to be unapologetically true to myself and find fulfillment in a life aligned with my interests and values.
