Welcome to Inside an Optimist’s Mind- The place where I use my writing to express myself, inform, motivate and help others, and depict the different layers of me while documenting some of my life along the way.
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Changes
Do you ever think about the person you used to be? As we go through this life, many of us go through a series of phases and changes. These can be marked by milestones like getting that first job, graduating college, or starting a family. Or perhaps, there was a version of yourself that felt … Continue reading Changes
(DMV) Anniversary
June 19 made two years of me living in the Washington metropolitan area. At this point, I have lived in DC, Virginia, and Maryland, which still feels so surreal. I can remember June 19, 2023 like it was yesterday. I remember landing in DC around 10 or 11am and walking up to the house of … Continue reading (DMV) Anniversary
Passions & Motivations
Last year, I interviewed three students on campus and asked them about their major, their passions, and what motivates them. Madison, Omar, and Kesya all have varying passions but they all have one thing in common: making lives better. Though it took me a while to come back to this project, I’m so happy that … Continue reading Passions & Motivations
Costa Rica
In January 2023, I had the wonderful opportunity of studying abroad in San Jose, Costa Rica. This experience was made possible by the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which funded my trip. During my time abroad, I took a course titled “Costa Rican Healthcare System and Tropical Medicine.” Through this course, I learned about the … Continue reading Costa Rica
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