in 2021 i was

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The video resonates with viewers by sharing a relatable story of overcoming personal challenges and societal expectations to find personal fulfillment and success on one's own terms.

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The creator shares their journey of pursuing science despite initial setbacks and advice against it. They reflect on their experience in a PhD program, ultimately deciding to drop out and finding happiness and alignment with their true strengths and passions.

Structure

1Struggles in 2021, advised against science
2Achieved stability and pursued science
3Entered a PhD program
4Dropped out and found happiness
5No regrets, found true passions

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in 2021 i was unmedicated, unstable, and told not to pursue science so i got stable and pursued science anyways it led me to a PhD program at a top school but alas, i dropped out and couldn't be happier i don't regret being a scientist, it led me to my truer strengths and passions