I simply decided to finish my associate’s degree. I told myself that it was a regret of mine, and I needed to do something about it.

Before, I had struggled with overwhelm due to stress. I still do. Nonetheless, I told myself it was time to buckle down and achieve a goal that I always wanted for myself.

My health was a mystery.

The month before, I ended up in the ER because I was having a Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT) attack. I had one beforehand, but assumed it was a panic attack. While there, my O2 levels would not go above 90. I spent the day in the ER, and was later transferred to a larger hospital for further testing.

To this day, I still have dyspnea and have an internal loop recorder in my chest to track SVT situations. My O2 levels stay below 94 at rest, while often in the mid-80s when in motion.

I went back to school the last week of August, and had sudden exhaustion with chest pain starting in December. I almost dropped out of school, but they helped me get accommodations for my health problems.

I fought hard and graduated in May 2024.

I succeeded and beyond.

I graduated with honors with the degree I regretted leaving incomplete. I am now halfway through the Bachelor of Science in Business. I even have a certification attached!

This is a decision I will never regret. College helped me rebuild my confidence. Not only am I capable, but my self-confidence has grown immensely!

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