REGRETS: early college [high school dropout], long distance relationship, throwing away my 20s?

I was inspired by a question I was asked during a medical school interview: "What do you regret most?" At the time [over TEN years ago now... whew, I'm getting old], I answered that I regretted going to an early college. Looking back, there are a couple of things that I may have regretted at one point or another:
1. Going to an early college
2. Being in a long distance relationship
3. Throwing away my 20's [to become a doctor]
But over time, my perspective on these things has changed. Watch the video to learn more about why!
I'd love to hear how you'd respond to this interview question below in the comments!
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[@asdfjklasdfjkl408]

It is crazy that everything we've done and every single decision we've made brings us to this exact moment in time. If I had one regret, it is not spending more quality time with my family before moving for medical school. That is the only thing I'd do over, and I currently prioritize that when I am home.

[@AmandaSXiMD]

So important to spend quality time with family. I regret not making the most of that time during medical school, too. But it’s never to late to cherish our loved ones and prioritize them!

[@sharonlessard2177]

Love to hear your story. Every time in my life I have started to think or say "I regret..." I catch myself, because honestly, I don't have any regrets. I certainly have learned a lot from things in my life, but I don't regret any of it.

[@AmandaSXiMD]

Thanks for watching, Sharon! Such a good attitude to have - learning from things/experiences in life rather than classifying them as "regrets."

[@emilyh3644]

very interesting commentary, I appreciate you sharing your perspective and experiences! im applying currently to med school and have two interviews coming up!

[@hemaldholakia3905]

I have friends that work in the corporate world and they complain about their lives every. single. day. I feel like the grass will always be greener. Go blue!!

[@AmandaSXiMD]

Agreed that the grass will always seem greener. I think it's so important to maintain a good attitude about life decisions, etc. And love the 〽️ pride!

[@Crystal-cn8zk]

Hi! Recently discovered "Anesthesia Assistant" and came across your channel. Do you see more states accepting this position in the future? Do you know why it's not accepted in all 50 states? Thank you for your educational videos!!

[@AmandaSXiMD]

Hi there! Thank you for your comment! I believe that more states will start accepting the position in the future, however I wouldn't go into the field expecting it to be available in all 50 years during your career. There are political and monetary reasons for why AAs are not accepted in all 50 states.