If you’re reading this, I hope you learn to be as kind to yourself as you’ve been to everyone else, even with all your scars.

If you’re reading this, give yourself grace.

If you’re reading this, I hope you know that, regardless of the challenges and loneliness you may face, things do get better.

If you’re reading this, know it’s okay to have tough days and to continue questioning why you chose medical practice, especially on this rigorous journey.

If you’re reading this, know you are never truly alone.

If you’re reading this, trust your path and enjoy the journey.

If you’re reading this, grief takes time, but so does growth.

If you’re reading this, you are understood.

If you’re reading this, be present because you’re already where you want to be, open your eyes to it. 

If you’re reading this, new growth takes patience.

If you’re reading this, take the time you need to grieve.

If you’re reading this, you are enough—just as you are.

If you’re reading this, be intentional with your attention.

If you’re reading this, know that healing is not linear.

If you are reading this, you might be wondering where you’re heading next—a position I was in not too long ago.

If you’re reading this, your story matters.

If you’re reading this, take a moment to look at the sunset.

If you’re reading this, I know life can be hard.

If you're reading this, know life is more than what happens inside your head.

If you're reading this, your path isn’t wrong.