*Dear Aspiring Student,*

As someone who has walked through some of life’s darkest and most uncertain days, I want to tell you something simple, but powerful: *you are stronger than you think.*

I am a survivor of liver cirrhosis—a battle that taught me more about life, resilience, and hope than any textbook ever could. There were days when getting out of bed felt impossible, when the future seemed too far away. But I kept going. Not because I always felt strong, but because I refused to give up.

You’re at the beginning of your own journey, and I want you to know that every effort you make, no matter how small, matters. Every late-night study session, every challenge you push through—it’s all building your future.

Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.”

Don’t take your opportunities for granted. Make the most of your time, invest in your mind, and be kind to yourself through the ups and downs. If I can rise from the depths of illness, you can rise to your dreams.

Believe in yourself. Keep moving forward. And when you succeed—and you will—carry your story with pride. It’s what makes you you.

With hope and strength,  

*A  Survivor*