"I FEEL LIKE A FAILURE": 3 STEPS WHEN NOT MEETING YOUR GOALS

[@RandyNeilMD]

You will see copies of my first NBME Exam where I literally stopped because I realized I was not even in the same league as the exam at that stage. The message is 'take a step back' and ATTACK in a different direction.

[@rashiddahabreh5791]

My first NBME was 230. Didn’t let it discourage and I didn’t let it get to me. Assessment scores are important but trusting yourself and the effort you’ve put into preparing for this exam matters more. Tomorrow is my exam and I spent the entire day watching your videos Dr.Neil. I couldn’t feel more confident than I do now. I’ll update you tomorrow on how things went. 😅

[@chetanreddycds]

❤️

[@Theroadofgreatness]

Hi doc, seeing this video. I’ve been struggling a lot this last month. I work full time and is been really hard for me to be constant with the studying and to keep up my energy and motivation to keep up studying for step 1. I know i can do it but when I can’t study constantly, the results i get are not what i expect and i just feel frustrated. 😓

[@RandyNeilMD]

@@Theroadofgreatness Genesis, I have been there... Many many sacrifices. When I "hit the wall"... I regrouped and then started waking up at 3:30 AM... Started from scratch. Never lose focus of what the goal it... STEP 1. It's doable. The struggle is what makes the prize so much sweeter.

[@Carolina-rc2ps]

Hello! Thank you for such encouraging messages! I just wanted to let you know that I passed my step 1 exam, and even though I don't personally know you, you were an essential part in that achievement. Thank you so much! Now I'm studying for step 2 CK 💪🙈

[@RandyNeilMD]

Carolina, OUTSTANDING!!! Such a relief. Enjoy the Moment, then ATTACK STEP 2... EXCELLENT WORK!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@hydrocarnage7575]

Though he's clearly speaking on the aspects of exams, these concepts transfer to other facets of life as well. Which is why I listen 👂 to everything on a deeper level since meeting Dr.Neil.

[@DiosMios915]

Honored all my classes but I failed CK 3 times, did not give up and passed on 4th

[@menekse3194]

you vs you you can do that you're not alone take a step back and attack in a diffrent direction these are really important points , thank you so much Dr Neil

[@RandyNeilMD]

Nice summary.

[@tal8871]

your videos always help me deal with my hidden emotions. Thank you for caring about many of us who are in a dark pit. Hopefully we'll find our way out soon. Your experiences really resonate with me and it helps to hear at least from one person who understands the situation I'm in.

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you for the feedback.... I think many of us have had the spectrum of emotions and feel very alone in this process. They key is to know that "the process" is the reward. Keep moving forward!

[@madihafathima8140]

Thank you Dr. Neil. Your content always brings a smile on my face and a sense of calm in every phase of my USMLE journey. God bless you!

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you Madiha... :)

[@LoppieLove]

Hi Dr. Neil! Thanks so much for making this video. Due to a chronic illness, I failed Step 2 CK 3 times and passed on my 4th attempt. I’m starting to study for Step 3 right now, and I’m very anxious about my ability to succeed. I’m hoping that a passing (and competitive!) score will help me match this cycle. Your journey inspires me and this video is exactly what I needed to hear tonight. Thank you 🙏🏻🙂

[@RandyNeilMD]

Keep HOPE ALIVE. Definitely PASS Step 3, then reassess every opportunity to do the "extra stuff"...

[@sunvavachi]

Big thing you've accomplished. I'm in something similar (not having chr.illness)...amazing job and keep going. :)

[@SA-jm1mm]

Thank you so much Dr.Neil!

[@RandyNeilMD]

You are most welcome.

[@meet_-07]

Hello Randy sir, The way you come with Positive mindset and kill our negative thought . I am so thankful to you Sir and I always try to help other like you by sharing step 1 information ♥️ Have a great day to you Sir 🌹

[@RandyNeilMD]

M, I'm glad it was helpful... I have a few more coming that I think will be good for what we can do when things turn negative...

[@princessz5087]

Thank you very much for sharing your story, Dr. Neil. Such encouragement! One of the best USMLE channels and beyond. 👍👍

[@RandyNeilMD]

Always appreciative of you Princess...

[@rafiazubair7407]

Liked it before even i started listening to it because you are an amazing person. I heard your previous motivational video too. Thank you very much, honestly!

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you Rafia. Appreciate the kind words.

[@michelle00793]

Thank you so much for sharing your stories with us, it is very easy to relate. Kudos to you for actually talking about your low NBME scores on the social media platform. You're really my inspiration in giving back & not forgetting where you came from. This video touched me and made my eyes watery, I have jotted this down in my journal. I appreciate what you do, I agree you're meant to do this. Change people lives one at a time. Hats-off to you Dr Neil.

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you Sowmya for taking time to comment. I'm glad video was helpful.

[@natalie__W03]

That's exactly the inspiration I needed right now. Thank you for taking the time for this video. I really could relate. I failed all my nbmes and passed the last one. I am studying day and night to pass step 1 in February and hopefully I will achieve this goal:) your videos are so helpful in such a stressful and kind of isolated time

[@RandyNeilMD]

Natalie, I am glad the videos have been a source of HOPE and relief. KEEP STUDYING HARD!!

[@mohamedmustafa3671]

I appreciate your words Dr Neil I can relate to every single word in this video.

[@RandyNeilMD]

Perfect. Glad it was helpful Mohamed.

[@drlovie]

Thank you so much. So proud of your accomplishments

[@jahnavit5655]

Thankyou so much,Dr.Randy! You really inspire us! Youve no idea how motivated this video made me feel. Wishing you the best of everything. Lots of love and admiration. :)

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you Jahnavi for the kind words. Appreciated.

[@drshridevirohinashetty6085]

Thank you sir for these words..Its so true that everything that happens in our life is always a blessing in disguise even though we can't see it at that moment..Thank you for reminding it 🙏 Loved your residency match story..💥🦋

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you for kind words and commenting.

[@haiderelshemari2502]

Thank you Dr. Randy.. I needed to hear that today

[@RandyNeilMD]

Perfect. Thank you Haider for commenting.

[@BB-bm3kx]

Thank you for this and every other video!

[@RandyNeilMD]

You are most welcome.

[@chetanreddycds]

Dr Randy enjoyed this video :)

[@RandyNeilMD]

Perfect. Thank you Chetan. Nice resume.

[@chetanreddycds]

@@RandyNeilMD Hello Dr. Randy any suggestions from you to my resume ? Would love to hear from you 😊

[@user-jz4jg6pm1y]

thank you , needed to hear this

[@RandyNeilMD]

Perfect.

[@drabdell]

Thank you so much 📸

[@RandyNeilMD]

ABA, You are most welcome.

[@agh6452]

Thank you 🙏 soooooo much for your nice videos 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@RandyNeilMD]

Appreciate you always being supportive.

[@theovercomer7032]

I was studying for about one year for step 1, drop residency in my country because I wanted to score High in order to maximize my chance to match in the US. October 2021, first NBME: 189; December: 204; 10 January 2022, 3rd NBME: 201 Right now, I m freaking out... I postpone to take the exam pass/fail but I’m not comfortable with my scores... And, I don’t feel like I can concentrate/study anymore, can’t spend no more money since I really don’t have it...(come from the poorest country in the America/caraibes) For some reason I can’t pray... As a pseudo, I’m “Le Persévérant”, I just know I won’t let it go, I WONT QUIT!!! But guys i don’t know how to keep moving anymore... I was trying my best... I’m so scared... Some tips, some encouragement maybe will help...

[@meet_-07]

Bro fear is factor before exam everyone phase , But you know you are the only one who can overcome from this situation with Yourself and I Know you can do it by your potential which shows in your results which is gradually increasing in every test . Bro put God first have faith in your hard work you can Rule the whole process don't put your self down Put it up have positive Mindset and attitude 🌹🌹You will do it..... Best of luck Man

[@RandyNeilMD]

Pick the 2 lowest areas and attack them differently. START THERE.

[@theovercomer7032]

@@meet_-07 Thank you so much bro! #Faith in my Hard work#👍🏾

[@theovercomer7032]

@@RandyNeilMD Thank you so much Dr. Neil!🙏🏾 I will pick them up from my last NBME.

[@theovercomer7032]

@@RandyNeilMD Hi Dr! I Come back to let you know I pass my exam !😊 Because of you, I didn’t afraid of biostatistics, thank you! To others who will take the exam, my advice: don’t let you get down by the NBMEs self-assessment. Keep pushing and take the UWSA2. January 10th, NBME 201; January 20th, UWSA2: 234 which make me very confident to take my exam on January 27th.

[@agh6452]

I am one of the failure 😞 😥😥 that is why I stick back 😥😥 I am lost 😞 at this time

[@RandyNeilMD]

Find HOPE.

[@wasilamoe1740]

Thanks please more like this vedio

[@RandyNeilMD]

Sounds like a plan. Thank you Wasila.

[@rosylia727]

Today I receive my step 1 score and I fail 😥. I don’t even know how I feel right now😭😭😭

[@RandyNeilMD]

NOT end of ROAD. Regroup. I would say it is safe to save that every Medical school on EARTH has had people not pass the exam. I would go as far as to say, record yourself describing how you feel and how you do not want to experience it again... It may motivate you for the next round. Don't give up on your dream. I have been around many people who didn't pass... Does it hurt (on many levels)? YES. Is it recoverable? YES.

[@rosylia727]

@@RandyNeilMD thank you for your words🙏🏾

[@mindsrelief2872]

Great❤

[@RedandWhite26]

Hello Dr. Neil! Thank you for one more amazing video! Thank you for everything you do for us!

[@RandyNeilMD]

Thank you Pragya for the kind words and taking time to comment.

[@rajuhossain7819]

Thanks

[@RandyNeilMD]

You are most welcome.