I fear failure. Flopping the UCAT and getting rejected by every med school I applied to wasn’t just a blow to my confidence — it made me question myself, my purpose, and even my intelligence. For years, I thought I was just dumb. But then… waking up at 6am for my work experience placement, talking to patients, and making kids smile made me realise how a simple gesture can make someone’s day. I wanted to be there for people at their most vulnerable moments. One moment I’ll never forget — a patient asked the nurse where I’d been after I left. That tiny comment made me realise: I’m capable of making a real impact. That’s what motivated me to apply to medicine again. Follow my journey to becoming a doctor ! Let’s strive and thrive together, no matter what life throws at us 💙 #medstudent #medstudentlife #medschool #selfimprovement #glowupjourney