Why Medicine Part 1: developing a passion

There is something special about individuals who are truly passionate about what they do. The way that they describe their dedication with such genuineness is entrancing. Their mentality, the love for what they do, the constant desire to push themselves to improve, their strive for perfection, and their ability to achieve what many think is … Continue reading Why Medicine Part 1: developing a passion →

White Coat Ceremony: The beginning of a new chapter

Milestones. Memories. The moments in life that become engraved into our minds. There are few moments in life that become minted into our minds. Usually out of importance or necessity we store bits of information— like clips from a movie, that we can often reminisce upon with vivid recall. Whether it’s hitting a game winning … Continue reading White Coat Ceremony: The beginning of a new chapter →

Life Update: Injuries

As I lay here on my mother’s couch with my leg raised on a mountain of pillows, I find myself trapped with endless thoughts racing through my head. I’m overcome with frustration about my situation and angry with my body. With only 3 weeks before I begin a new chapter in my life, being in … Continue reading Life Update: Injuries →

Part 2: Will not go gentle into the good night

There comes a point during my runs, usually at about mile 18 or so, where I have to make a decision I am far too familiar with, do I succumb to the pain and slow down, or do I push my mind and body to their limits to achieve my goals? I think in life … Continue reading Part 2: Will not go gentle into the good night →

Part 1: Will not go gentle into the good night

Writing this post was particularly difficult for me. My entire life thus far, I have struggled with vulnerability, I avoid showing emotions or sharing failures afraid that they may be taken as a sign of “weakness” and used against me (a self-defense mechanism). However, I think this is vital in showing my progression and also … Continue reading Part 1: Will not go gentle into the good night →

A Blessing in Disguise and First True love

I still have memories of the small two bedroom apartment we lived in during the first 10 years of my life in the small town of Merced. I shared a room with my older brother, while my mom and two sisters shared the other. It wasn’t much, but it was what my mom could afford … Continue reading A Blessing in Disguise and First True love →

Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tell Your Story

“Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story”; those of you who have listened to the genius work that is the Hamilton musical soundtrack will quickly recognize this as the last song in the album. For those of you who haven’t, I would highly suggest listening to the whole album. Not only does it have … Continue reading Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tell Your Story →

Waking up and the Central Valley bubble

Do you ever think back and try and remember the first memories you had as a child? When did you become conscious of what you were doing? The brain is fascinating in how it forms connections and stores memories. Oddly, I can still visualize the very moment that this happened to me. At the time … Continue reading Waking up and the Central Valley bubble →