My senior year of high school I got a full tuition scholarship to Howard University my number one choice.

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The video resonates with viewers by sharing a relatable story of prioritizing personal goals over a relationship, highlighting the long-term benefits of that choice and offering a powerful moral lesson.

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The creator shares a personal story about choosing her dream school, Howard University, over a relationship. She highlights the positive outcomes of her decision, including financial freedom, a successful business, and a strong network.

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1Receiving scholarship to Howard University
2Boyfriend's ultimatum to sacrifice dreams
3Choosing education over relationship
4Positive outcomes of attending Howard
5Moral of the story: prioritize self

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My senior year of high school I got a full tuition scholarship to Howard University my number one choice. Now I'm from Missouri City, Texas and when I got the news the boy I was talking to at the time said if you really love me you'll sacrifice your dream school and you'll stay. So I left. Attending Howard University has given me a degree debt free, a successful six figure business, an insane network and the aunties to my future kids. Ask me where that boy is today. Moral of the story is a man who offers you nothing will take everything if you let him.