If you’re reading this, love people enough to let them in. 

If you’re reading this, you are more capable than you think you are.

If you’re reading this, it is okay to go home – wherever home is for you.

If you’re reading this, then I’ve learned that I don’t have to know exactly what I’m doing to know that I’m where I’m meant to be.

If you’re reading this, stop and take a look around.

If you’re reading this, it’s okay to follow your dreams

If you’re reading this, inhale through the nose. Exhale through the mouth.

If you're reading this, take it one day at a time.

If you’re reading this, don’t let “imposter syndrome” get in the way of your progress.

If you’re reading this, know that it’s okay to ask for help.

If you’re reading this, you may feel stuck.

If you’re reading this, you are not “too much”.

If you're reading this, remember to be kind to yourself and give yourself grace.

If you’re reading this, I hope you give yourself grace.

If you're reading this, your summer story matters.

If you’re reading this, love is an organ.

If you're reading this, you should be proud of how far you've come, still be honest about how hard it has been, and take the next step even if you don't feel completely ready.

If you’re reading this, you are loved and chosen.

If you’re reading this, welcome to Madison.

If you’re reading this, remember that being a medical student or future physician is not your entire life or identity.