Because I spent much of my youth in survival mode, I had little time, energy, or mental space to focus on my studies and long-term life goals. There simply wasn’t room for that at the time.

Now that I am in a safer and more stable place—both mentally and financially (something I have consciously worked toward)—I want to apply this growth to other areas of my life as well, such as my career, health, and on a material level, renovating, decorating, and turning my house into a warm and welcoming home.

I want to create the life I have always dreamed of and deeply feel is within me. I used to fall into a victim mindset, which often led to procrastination. By setting clear goals and building a concrete plan around them, I want to become the woman I know I am capable of being—so that I can be a strong example for my unborn child.