04/25/2023
15 months ago, I was at a low point in my life. I had been rejected from multiple medical schools and was filled with doubt and uncertainty about my future. I didn't know what to do or where to turn, but I never gave up on my dream of becoming a doctor.
Fast forward to today, and I am now a first-year medical student at the prestigious University of Melbourne. Today, I had a life-changing patient interaction that showed me the true joy of practicing medicine.
An elderly patient looked into my eyes and said, "Thank you, Arvin." She was grateful for the time I spent helping her understand her lab results. This simple interaction made all the hardships and struggles worth it, filling me with indescribable happiness.
Today, I was reminded of why I chose this path. The joy of practicing medicine and truly making a difference in people's lives is unparalleled.
My journey has shown me that with perseverance, determination, and a strong support system, even the most difficult obstacles can be overcome.
Now I understand what Napoleon Hill meant when he said, "Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve." It's not the conceiving or achieving that's the hard part - it's believing.
And it's a thousand times easier to believe in yourself and your goals when you have the right people around you. Surround yourself with supportive and like-minded individuals, and you will be unstoppable.
To anyone struggling with doubt or setbacks… I want to tell you that you ARE capable of achieving your dreams. Believe in yourself and your dreams, and amazing things can happen.
Love,
Arvin
