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#RI-6a6b016f·7 months ago·
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Lookback: 8 years

Dropped out of medical school due to homelessness and mental health issues

Struggled with homelessness and poor grades in university, had to drop out of medical school and pursue a research tech job instead

What I wish I knew
"How to better cope with poverty and mental abuse as a child"
If I could tell you one thing
"Seek help and support to overcome similar struggles"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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