Happy February! I took my second exam of the semester this morning and found out a few hours ago that I had passed. It was a relief to pass, but I didn’t earn the score that I wanted. It has been a struggle to motivate myself to study since I got back last month. I’ve…
Tag: med school
Top 5 Highlights of 2018
2018 was a year of transition and growth, putting introverted me outside of my comfort zone for months at a time. It was a year of growing pains, uplifting conversations, and uncertainty. I’m ready for 2019, but also not quite ready to let go of 2018. Without further-ado, here are my top 5 highlights of…
Road Trip Recap
I’m back and I survived my road-trip! Between moving and settling into my new apartment, writing hasn’t been a priority. I’m attempting to restart my habit of daily writing and reflection. I journaled this morning and will do so again later today, so that’s a start. Moving your life possessions halfway across the country is…
How to Prepare for Med School Interviews
Hi there! This is the first post of a three-part series on how to prepare for your med school interviews. After attending 5+ interviews this past cycle, I wanted to share my interview experience and advice for med school applicants beginning their interview season. From the types of interviews you will encounter to making the…
July: Life Update
Hi there! I just wanted to pop on here and give a quick life update (but actually, I’m really just avoiding packing, even though I leave in 3ish hours). I only have five more days left in California! I’m leaving tonight for a quick trip to the PNW. I don’t really have much planned for…
A Letter to Pre-Med Me
Dear Pre-Med Me, Hi there! This is my way of going back in time to let you know that things do truly work out in the end. You’ll be beyond ecstatic to know that the 2018 you is starting med school in a month. I also want you to know that you got into multiple…