In the face of adversity, we’re often forced to confront our deepest fears, our greatest weaknesses, and our most profound doubts. Yet, it’s in these moments of vulnerability that we discover our greatest strengths, our most profound resilience, and our most unyielding spirit.

I never knew how much I wanted to live until the day I almost died. That day was on February 4, 2024 when I was T-boned at a high rate of speed and sent to hospital with critical and life changing injuries. I never fully understood how fragile life really is until I sat beside my sister as she breathed her last. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns and we are lucky to find the right support.

You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats so you can know who you are, what you can rise above from, and how you can still come out of it

~ Maya Angelou

It is in the darkest of adversity we come face to face with our vulnerabilities. Proved through fire we can have this hope, that we will rise above the ashes of shattered dreams. That we don’t just survive but that we may truly live.

The accident caused further complications with my mental health and ability to mask my Autistic traits. I have since regressed in my Autism, depression, and anxiety. Combined with the sudden loss of my sister and the diagnosis of LongQT Syndrome the challenges I am facing only increases.

Sometimes fighting to live actually means learning to know when to slow down and learning how to find balance. It means you do everything you can but also knowing when to ask for help. It takes courage to ask for help and support. When asking for help, that request will at times be heard by the wrong people. Sometimes, that request is heard by the right people.

To those who have supported me along the way, I appreciate your support. I would not have made it as far as I have without your support.

Thank you