One of the cruelest aspects of a chronic illness diagnosis is that it doesn’t just steal your health; it can feel as if it’s stolen your identity, your future. Over the course of several years, I’ve had to dramatically shift my ambitions more times than I can count thanks to my chronic illnesses. A Dream Lost Since I was a young girl, I always wanted to help people. My aspirations for the future included becoming a pediatrician, which I prepared for by studying hard, getting good grades, and filling my life with extracurriculars. I had a clear path ahead…
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