New Year, Same Me

It's that time of year where everyone creates those new years resolutions, but I have to admit, I am not one. Instead, I set 'new years resolutions' all throughout the year because I love a good challenge.

I am enjoying winter break right after the end of the fall term being home, spending time with the family. After completion of all but two PreMed requisites , I am proud to have a 3.59 GPA going into my spring semester. I do not consider myself naturally smart because I am someone who studies 5-8 hours a night, even on weekends. I am not that perfect 4.0 student, but I am proud of my work with completion of 96 out of 120 credits as a sophomore in college. Many have asked if I am applying to medical school early since I can graduate a whole three semesters early, but the answer is no. I have chosen to double major and double minor, and have given myself a whole extra year (making it two years) to study for the MCATs. I have set a goal of being the best I can be in and out of the classroom. Having a strong, determined mental state helps me survive through all the tedious hours of studying. Also, I remember that in the end it will all pay off because I will be working at a Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Another goal I have set for myself is to live a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent any further issues with my hip dysplasia. Eating right with of course a cheat day every few weeks, watching my portions, and weight lifting with a pitch of cardio are the backbone of my lifestyle. I may not have that perfect figure of a size 0 or 2, but I am healthy--I love my body. Gaining muscle especially in my hip area continues to let me to walk, to dance, to live everyday to the fullest.

Overall, another year, another chapter full of memories has closed, but a new journey has begun. 2018 is finally here, but I am still that everyday, approachable, American girl trying to find a way to leave an imprint on this world. It may be a new year, but I am still the same girl at the end of the day.

xoxo Marielle