Another trimester has come and gone, and with its close arrives one of my favorite rituals: reflection. Each trimester stretches me in new ways, both academically and professionally. I’m always struck with gratitude at the end of a trimester, not only for the effort I put into my own learning, but for the professors who guide, challenge and support me. Their dedication continually reminds me why I chose this medicine and why it feels so aligned with my path.
Looking back, this year has offered a broader and clearer vision of who I am and who I’m becoming. As the Year of the Snake, it carried themes of shedding, transformation, self-improvement and moving through fears with balance. I can honestly say I have lived each of those qualities. There were moments of discomfort, breakthroughs I never expected and quiet shifts that changed the way I see myself.
2026: The Year of the Horse
Now, with the Year of the Horse approaching, I feel an entirely different kind of energy rising. The horse brings alignment, flow, intentional action, courage, clarity and focused momentum. I’m excited to explore how these qualities will shape my studies, my personal growth, and the unfolding path toward becoming a practitioner. There is something invigorating about the idea of movement with purpose of letting passion and discipline ride side-by-side.
This trimester has ignited a new level of motivation in me, especially as graduation inches closer. I feel more prepared, more inspired, and more committed to stepping into the next phase with confidence. The coming year promises growth, change and opportunity and instead of feeling overwhelmed, I feel genuinely excited. If the journey so far has taught me anything, it’s that transformation happens one brave step at a time.
