‘Goodbye’ Merideth Enger The single variable that has been consistent in my life is change. Change comes with many emotions – anger, sadness, and, strangely enough, happiness. I think about who I could have been. However, having that kind of mindset will not get you anywhere, and I have worked hard to become the woman I am today. The high school experience I have had has changed me, along with my mental health struggles, and the divorce of my parents. These have all shaped me into who I am and want to be – kind, caring, and a career in healthcare. In my high school career, I have dealt with a lot, a lot of change. I had been struggling with depression during my junior year and could not attend high school. I sometimes feel that I was robbed…show more content… I had to deal with my struggles early on so that I could learn and improve for the future. During the time I was away, I spent a lot of time reflecting on myself and who I am. There were many thoughts in my head, but the consistent thought was, ‘What is my purpose?’. It took me a while to think about what that means to me. I want to help people – the people who struggle with mental health, the people who need help, the people who don’t know how to help themselves. That is why I decided to pursue a career in nursing at the University of Utah. Nursing to me isn’t a simple job, it’s what saved my life. I had attempted my life in January 2023. Without them, I would simply not be here today. I will always remember their kindness, and how they treated and helped me. They say the most memorable part of being in the hospital is how the healthcare providers treat you. I can attest to that and say that is true. I have gone through a lot of hard times in my life, and I want to help people as they have done for me. Another hardship was my parents’ divorce, and it has changed my perspective on life. While I have loving parents who love me more than anything, it’s difficult moving back and
