honest & raw thoughts from a second year medical student

[@sammiklinger3351]

You GOT THIS!!! Keep grinding :) you’re a huge light!

[@racheldoesbalance]

Thank you love, i appreciate it so much ❤️right back at you!!

[@andreaschmitt1755]

Hi Rachel, I can see that you are struggling but I want to encourage you to keep working towards your goals and take some time for yourself too! You have already accomplished so much and your future is so bright! You have inspired me to pursue medical school with the HPSP through the Air Force and you're one of my best mentors. It makes me sad to see you struggling, though I understand your position and have definitely been there myself. Remember that this feeling is only temporary. You are amazing and you will beat this! Do something that makes you happy this week and try to decompress some :) Hope this helps, even just a little! I love ya and am rooting for you always! Lmk if you need anything!

[@racheldoesbalance]

This message means so much to me.❤️thank you so much for your support & encouragement, i appreciate it so so much. That makes me so happy that my videos have helped & inspired you. I love to mentor others so if you ever want to talk about your goals or any questions you have, let me know. Thank you ❤️

[@felixsfilosophies]

Everything you said is 100% true and on point - it does destroy us. One thing that helped me was changing my outlook from "this sucks" to "life is working in my favor." Although it may not feel like it, these are the times that build our character. I know we don't know each other that well, but I'll be happy to listen/offer advice if you'd like - you know how to reach me 😉

[@racheldoesbalance]

Thanks for your support felix! 🤗It’s not easy but it definitely does make us stronger & prepare us for the next step to come. Sending you a message now!!

[@josephphan8853]

Just commenting to let you know, I've also been sharing the same feelings you are talking about: being overwhelmed and over it. Our last exam was extremely taxing. I'm glad that you brought this up, especially in reflection of national physician suicide prevention day, and continuing your vlogg.

[@racheldoesbalance]

Thanks for sharing joe❤️ i totally agree that the last exam was very taxing. I’m sorry you’re going through that but you’re not alone & i think we all have very similar feelings regarding these issues. We got this!!

[@sammiklinger3351]

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