trying to build yourself while also helping your family. trying to save every bit of money you can, but it feels like there's always another bill waiting for you. trying to follow your dreams, but also trying to slow down and enjoy the small moments in your life. you're living, learning, struggling, and healing all at the same time. some days you feel lost, some days you feel tired, and some days you wonder if you're doing enough. but you still wake up and try again. sometimes you feel like you're falling behind, but you keep going anyway. and for that alone, you deserve to feel proud of yourself.