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" I'm not a fadeaway type of person; I don't have that type of personality. "

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Self-Confidence

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" It's been exciting to share my story for people to relate to me and reach out. "

" When I come home from training, my attention immediately has to focus on my school courses, which helps keep the stress level balanced. I mostly balance both by drinking a lot of coffee and making sure I time manage well, which doesn't happen all the time, especially during finals week. "