Troubles and trials from a young age under single parenting. It Instilled in me the strive to exceed, & consistently set new goals for myself while growing as an individual . My mother immigrated to the states, with my father before he walked out. I watched her work two jobs while pursuing her nursing degree, even in times without food or electricity. Struggles build determination , which embodies resilience, and persistence - through trials and complications you’re given the opportunity to be molded into an individual who is capable of achieving the best of their abilities.