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For the majority of my life I have been living with the autoimmune disease Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. Living with this chronic illness has shaped my life in every aspect. It has given me the opportunity to meet other people with illnesses and the ability to be empathetic towards a variety of people. Living with an invisible illness has taught me the importance of being kind to everyone. I would not be who I am today if I hadn't have been given the struggle of living with a chronic illness.

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Finding my own spirituality has been a difficult, yet rewarding part of my life. I was raised in a certain church and was active until I turned eighteen. Deciding what I find to be true and inspiring has been an interesting journey. I've learned a lot of things a long the way. I'm grateful for a foundation my parents gave me in understanding the importance of finding something bigger than yourself and being kind to others. While I may not be a member of any particular church, I feel content with my spiritual journey and the peace I find from it.

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I am a woman. To me being a woman is a tremendous part of my identity. I embrace the challenges and disadvantages that being a woman brings me. I also appreciate the blessings and gifts it has given me. Part of being a woman has pushed me to achieve an education and pursue a career. I believe that women are capable of being more than just wives and mothers. The possibilities are endless and I hope to use my talents and ambitions to inspire myself and other women.

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I am the third child of six in my immediate family. I'm extremely close to my parents and each of my siblings. Although we are all very different, we share such great relationships. Being apart of my family is one of the main influences that has shaped me into the person I am today. I am continuously inspired by my family and the people they are and are continuing to become. I rely on my family for advice, support, and friendship. Although there seems to be a lot of us at times, I wouldn't trade the occasional chaos for anything.

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Another meaningful aspect of my life is music. Not only do I enjoy a variety of music genres, I appreciate the art of music. Being able to connect to artists has given me the opportunity to get to know myself better. I am better able to manage my anxiety because of music. It allows me to connect to other people who I might not have had another factor in common with. Music is a way for me to express myself.