I had a *mentally* very challenging week. Many many ups and downs of happy/sad/stressed/frustrated. It was just one of those weeks. I share these really vulnerable moments with all of you hoping that I can help at least one person. Life can be really difficult and make every single day a living battle, but I'm right here in it with you. If you guys need a space to talk about things you're going through, please use this comment area for it. Your comment might really help someone fight what they're going through. I love you so much fam. Thanks for allowing me the platform to share these personal moments with you.
I'm an OMS-III as well but in the NE, and I think you describe it perfectly. The mental juggling, the doubt, the struggle to appreciate ourselves and feel like we're doing enough. Its hard sometimes to portray this to those not going through it exactly as well. Regardless, thank you for showing this and allowing me to feel like I'm not alone sometimes.
Rachel, great job on the cath. I did my first one as a 3rd cardiology resident☺️ I am pretty sure you will be able to achieve whatever you want because you put the time and effort in. Don’t be too hard on yourself, it will be fine😊
Omg same this past week was hard for me too, i was very anxious and it was sometimes hard to just get through the day, anways very happy i pushed through and you should be too :))) WE CAN DO THIS
The advice I have for you is to never give up. Though it might be stressful if you quit you’ll never win, you’ll never become a doctor. The key to success is failure. Some people want it to happen, some wish it could happen, others make it happen. -Michael Jordan.
just finished my first week on the cardiology service for IM, lots of same emotions and frustrations with very sick patients. your courage and transparency is exactly what we need on the platform 👏
Aww I’m sorry you had a rough week. I’m only a pre med but when I have a lot of a assignments to do and life to deal with it can be overwhelming so you’re not alone. I love that you have such great coping mechanisms for situations like this. Just remember you’re doing so much better you’re feeling. You’ve got this Rachel 💜
Forever appreciating how honest and real you are when sharing your journey in medicine. It is SO frustrating when you can feel yourself struggling mentally and try to work through it by breathing, exercising, etc, and yet nothing seems to help. I can relate to these highs and lows so much, and sometimes the best thing to do is just cry it out! I believe in you Rachel, you have the biggest heart and you will get through this just as you have overcome so many challenges before
Hopefully, I'm not late in sending this message, but the thing that helps me a lot is writing everything down on a piece of paper, every detail of thoughts, as this helps to notice when things get overwhelming and when you're spiralling. Plus, writing helps me to realise that these are just thoughts and protects me from being overcome and let them pass as they are. You're doing so well Rachel, you've got this! sending love to all! ❤️
Thank you for this Rachel❤ my week has been crazy busy, stressful, overwhelming and overall rough- and it's only Tuesday! I went for a run to blow off some steam and got a hot chicken from the store for supper. Feeling alright right now, but thank you for this. I hope you have a better week this week❤❤
I get it, I’ve been through two brain surgeries this month and I’m failing like all my classes because I can’t get caught up because of my recovery time and it’s just a lot and idk how to get up to passing and it’s very stressful.
Hi Rachel, you will get through. Just keep showing up to learn. Thank you for being transparent regarding the mental and physical challenges of medical school.
Gf this vlog resonated with me so much because that was me this week. Working 40h weeks while studying for the mcat and still not feeling like I’m performing well has taken a significant toll, also the fact that my life revolves around working and studying. Thank you for posting these moments, makes me feel less alone.
When I am going through hard times, I always feel like I am the only one so these realistic vlogs really help and encourage me to do my best because it will be worth it in the end. Thank you for being here and for sharing your medical school journey with us :)
Rachel, I don't know the medical school stress, but I have been where you are now to struggle mentally. Going to therapy really helped me overcome my anxiety and compassion fatigue. I am happy that you have found a bond with your colleagues and peers, but please don't forget to connect with those who really know you. They remind you of how awesome and intelligent you are, and how you can persevere. We all love you Rachel, you are doing amazing things for yourself, your community, and the world here on TH-cam. Feelings like this aren't permanent, you are going to feel better, sending all my love to you
Your hard work will pay off in the end. Think about all the women you will make happy when you deliver their baby’s in the near future. You’ll be one of the best doctors one day.
Thank You for sharing this Rachel! I have been having a couple of hard weeks as well, Im currently on my Gynecology rotation and the doctor I'm under has not been nice. I'm just waiting impatiently for the rotation to end because my mood is at an all time low. I'm so glad you had a really nice experience during your OBGYN rotation! Keep up the hard work! 💪
Watching these videos really helps me. I’m in nursing school and although it’s nothing like being in residency- it’s stressful and scary and all consuming most of the time. You’re going to be an amazing MD Rachel! You inspire me to eat healthy and workout even when stressed
Hi Rachel, I’m sorry you’ve been having a hard time. I just had hip surgery yesterday but I’d been putting it off for almost a year just to focus on school and getting ready to apply to med school, but I’m so glad that I’m taking the time to take care of myself. I hope you can find a balance between being a med student and also prioritizing your mental health! You got this, we are red ants🐜
I know I’m not in the same boat as you, but I work full time and Im going to school full time. I am often having to wake up at 3:30 am for work after studying and doing class work the night before. I find when I am getting emotional like this and maybe not doing as well as I would like on my class work and studying, putting the books down and getting a few good nights rest helps put me in a better frame of mind. Im in a better mood, I feel better physically, and I do better both at work and school. Its really amazing what exhaustion can look like
✨Take Aways✨ Remember to be still if you ever have any stress. Stillness is a recognition of power. It’s as simple as a mental yes or no. Being overwhelmed is normal there’s a lot of information and not all of it is valuable. Take inventory of how you feel. It should be easy and fun, not hard and complicated.
I've been in the same situation as you of being extremely isolated and stressed from schoolwork that doesn't allow me to do the things I actually enjoy for a long time now, so watching your vlogs have been a source of comfort and inspiration for me. They're definitely worth it , so thank you for being transparent, makes me feel like I'm actually not suffering alone! Have you tried meeting once or twice weekly with some classmates to study? Connection with people pursuing the same goals always seems to help me.
I’m so inspired by you Rachel, I’ll pray God gives you strength and your angel give you comfort on those overwhelming moments. Remember that if you trust him, if you trust that you are in God’s hands, it is very easy to feel at peace despite having a million things to do or a lot of pressure. Love you❤️
I love the realness. And I can definitely relate. Also love your message that we should normalize being able to express our emotions and be human. I’m in a dental hygiene program in my last semester and I still have locker room cries. Sometimes I wish I could push it off until I’m at home and can comfortably have a good healthy cry, but that’s not how my body works. You just gotta get it out whenever it’s needed. And if you’re not struggling at some point or another, you’re probably not being challenged enough. So that means you’re doing great! And you’re a wonderful human being with natural feelings. Thanks for inspiring me and so many others to keep pushing, keep learning, and never give up on your dreams no matter how hard the challenge. And for letting me and others know it’s okay to cry. 💕 💕 💕
Thank you for being truthful, and real with your struggles as a medical student. The past couple of weeks I've been so stressed with exams and I have a lot of ups and downs but it's good to know that you're not alone in this ❤
Thank you for sharing this! I know it's hard when you're so busy to take time for yourself. Do you have any breaks coming up? Maybe having something to look forward to like a beach day could help! I know that when I'm in the thick of it, I set my mind to an event I'm looking forward to. Every day that goes by is another day closer to my free day. You're an inspiration. Keep pushing. You got this!
Last 10 days have been living dead for me. It’ s so hard now that I’ m in my last semester of dental school. I’ ve been postponing my exams and now is just pure chaos. But nevermind, today was a fresh start for me. Trying to get in a loop of studying and do the best that I can. We have to aware ourselves and stop exhausting our body and soul because of the things we want that are doing us harm such as toxic productivity. We should be greatful and appreciate our lives and everyone in it more then just unidimensionalize ourselves from everything. I know we have to study and do our best but our body and soul also need to be fed so we should think about that too. And don’ t forget people, you are so loved and capable of anything you set your mind to. Love x
You making yourself vulnerable out here is not an easy thing to do and you showing the world the reality of things through you, that is so strong! It makes you so so relatable and I am ngl I clicked on this video because I was having a rough day (and I'm in my 3rd year as well) and it just feels nice to cry together and have someone to relate to.
:( bless your heart. it’s more than okay to struggle and find it difficult to keep going but it is so reassuring to know that everyone you look up to has experienced/is experiencing moments like these and hard weeks or months. just know you’ve come out alive before and you could do it again. reach out to someone you can lean on. we always think we have all the answers but it’s still nice to feel seen and validated. so much is on your plate and yet you are still succeeding. you’re genuinely incredible and you’re only human. humans have emotions and can only try their best. one day at a time. sending you love
I think your vidoes not continously. Your recorded to one moment everyday. I think If you decreases your vlog time and recorder to 3 days maybe. Its better then it. Thank you.👍👍👍 😊
Life is never gonna get easy . U just become more tough n get adapted. Dont worry everything in life is temporary. So enjoy every moment when u can . And live through every hard times too. U are stronger than U think . Love u
Hey,strong reachel yes, you are really in stress but you are happy to much.life includes stress,hapiness and all the stuff but we must remain positive and brave.TO BE HONEST YES REACHEL YOU ARE STRONG AND POSITVE AND YOU KNOW THE VALUE OF OUR LIFE SO BE BRAVE.But we did not see any questionsand answers
Cardiology was my downfall as well. It almost kept me from my dream job in the ER. Fortunately a doctor took the reins and showed me that the heart is really remarkable and simple in nature. 2 weeks in codes and trauma and it all feel into place. Be patient with ur self. Ur not going to love everything u learn. Just remember everything comes back to the heart. ( I’m enjoying getting caught up)
you can not imagine how much I see myself through you, but you are really way stronger than me and you always manage to handle it in the best ways, you got poeple here for you and we got you , and we should be fine , " yeh i'm and i feel lonely but I'm not scared of it " that's what I tell myself every day ..... hope you gonna feel good, take care Rach
I am a certified professional trainer/coach I have a residency client she also faces the challenge of eating healthy, exercise, maintaining mental health all while doing crazy hours. If you need any suggestions on an exercise program and/or nutrition please feel free to reach out! I would love to help a go getter like you!
Rachel, my girl !!! please invest in some excedrin it will change your whole life. (especially after a good cry sesh when you have a dehydration headache phew ! excedrin solves all your problems) love you here for you 💛
Thank you for being vulnerable with us. You're my inspiration. I've been struggling with my mental health and it was a really tough week for me. I know we'll get through it, it's just part of the process sometimes.
heyyy once again thank you for being so much this much realistic and honest with us and yesss this message is not only for us u should also remember - PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF BE KIND TO YOURSELF CONTINUE TO WORK HARD AND ALLLL THAT GOOD STUFFS
Did I binge watch ALL of your videos from day one? Yes, yes I did Also I really hope that it will all get better soon! I know you can get through it all, your a red ant, your a strong person, we belive in you!!!!
It’s so easy to feel like I’m the only person struggling and that I’ll never be like the med students and doctors I look up to because even though I logically know you all struggle I feel like it’s not the same way I do. So thank you so much for showing these moments. It’s not only normalizing these feelings, it’s empowering us to understand ourselves and continue on beyond them
Ohh ohhh Rachel it made feel sad seeing you like this, just stay strong we all go through these times and they r just sucks, see u next week full of positive energy .
Hi Rachel, thank you for sharing these vulnerable moments with us. Something that always seems to help when I'm feeling overwhelmed is spending time in nature even if it's just for a short walk or eating a snack outside and getting some sun. I also love listening to music, especially Mild Orange's song "This Kinda Day" It makes me remember that everyone has tough days and that these feelings are not permanent it will soon pass. Just know that we care about you so much and thank you for always putting content out there even when you have so many other things to do. I hope you give the song a listen and I hope it helps! 💛
You got the catheter into the left main on the first try… that’s so awesome! You go girl! I remember observing in the cath lab on one of my pharmacy school rotations and seeing how crazy difficult it can be to understand what you’re seeing on screen (this was also the same day I saw a patient code in the cath lab and an Impella had to be emergently placed… so scary and crazy watching the team jump into action!). Thank you for always being so vulnerable with us. You’re doing great and you have grown so much since the start of this journey. Sending much love from your #1 pharmacist fan!
Rachel I feel you... Seriously🙁 I've had days like these when I'm so stressed nd completely busy and hooked up with exams and assignments..med students have a lot on their back😒but at the end just remember why we started this journey.... All the best rachel for other rotations.... Ik they are tough... But u got this!! edit- I registered for that virtual webinar!
I'm a medical student , and I feel these emotions most of the time 😔😔!! Its okay to cry, let out all emotions and feel overwhelmed . It's okay girl 💕 we got this 🙌🏻!! Sending you lots of strength and love
Thank you for the vulnerability and for sharing these tough moments with us. As an M1 it can be very demoralizing to see my peers/internet influencers constantly show only the fun/good parts of medical school. Your vlogs really help me feel less alone and know that it's ok to struggle and feel all the feelings. Much love from South Carolina
Thank you for sharing this with us Rachel! While I wish you start feeling better soon, it’s super refreshing to see you share this side with us. Remember that it always works out in the end!!
Hang in there Rachel, those days are just a reminder that we’re not a machine and that it’s ok to slow things down. Hope you’re in a better place right now
Sharing your ups and down with us means so much. I perceive you as a person that has her life together and is always happy. You’re doing so much with your life and completing goals. I’m in graduate school right now but I’m only doing that and I always feel like a failure. I could be doing so much more but my anxiety gets in the way of me living my life. I like how you said everyone goes through ups and downs because it made me feel like I’m not alone.
I mean I can’t say that I totally understand what you are going through cause I am not experiencing it the way you are but I want you to know that we are here for you maybe you don’t know all of us but every time you post a video we sympathize with you. ❤️❤️
Hi Rachel! I just want to say thank you for showing what it means to be brave. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to share true vulnerability on the internet but just know how impactful you are being in doing so. I go to your sister school up in Oregon (I’m a first year!) and I always watch your videos for the authenticity you display and the heart you pour into everything you do. Sometimes it’s hard to stay grounded through it all but we just keep on chugging along don’t we! Lol and sometimes that’s all we can do, and it’s hard, and we’re lonely/isolated, but at the end of the day we can lay our heads down knowing that we’re doing everything we can to leave the world a better place than when we found it and what more can we ask from life anyway?! ❤️🌺
Oh Rachel, don’t be sad. 3rd and 4th year r like a wild roller coaster ride. Ur up then down. Coming from a rotation u want to career in to one u don’t really care about is like grieving a loss. This will pass. The more u interact the more u will want to. It’s a whole new world ur stepping into. I’m so glad u use ur platform to discuss these ups and downs. There r med students everywhere who probably think it only happens to them. Ur a blessing young lady and we r all right here with u.
Just now watching this ! We had our 3rd round of block exams (out of 5 + finals) Monday and about took everything out of me. I did not feel like doing anything after and definitely felt isolated here. I’m a new student at my school despite being a MS2, but I am so looking forward to clinical rotations. Your channel has always been inspiring and thank you for sharing your struggle; we all feel that way at times and it’s part of the human experience. Stay strong Rachel 💪, we’ve got you !
Omg thank u for sharing really!! It's Monday and it's final weeks for me..have an exam Monday through Saturday which is really tough+ 2 entrance exam you helped me a lot thank u rachel love you💕
I'm a medical coder and cardiology is my main specialty. It is HARD. So I can't even imagine being the Dr and having to know all the anatomy and having to diagnose someone period but especially cardio.
I had a *mentally* very challenging week. Many many ups and downs of happy/sad/stressed/frustrated. It was just one of those weeks.
I share these really vulnerable moments with all of you hoping that I can help at least one person.
Life can be really difficult and make every single day a living battle, but I'm right here in it with you.
If you guys need a space to talk about things you're going through, please use this comment area for it. Your comment might really help someone fight what they're going through.
I love you so much fam. Thanks for allowing me the platform to share these personal moments with you.
I'm an OMS-III as well but in the NE, and I think you describe it perfectly. The mental juggling, the doubt, the struggle to appreciate ourselves and feel like we're doing enough. Its hard sometimes to portray this to those not going through it exactly as well. Regardless, thank you for showing this and allowing me to feel like I'm not alone sometimes.
Rachel, great job on the cath. I did my first one as a 3rd cardiology resident☺️ I am pretty sure you will be able to achieve whatever you want because you put the time and effort in. Don’t be too hard on yourself, it will be fine😊
Omg same this past week was hard for me too, i was very anxious and it was sometimes hard to just get through the day, anways very happy i pushed through and you should be too :))) WE CAN DO THIS
The advice I have for you is to never give up. Though it might be stressful if you quit you’ll never win, you’ll never become a doctor. The key to success is failure.
Some people want it to happen, some wish it could happen, others make it happen.
-Michael Jordan.
I only talk to God at such times and I feel much better.❤
just finished my first week on the cardiology service for IM, lots of same emotions and frustrations with very sick patients. your courage and transparency is exactly what we need on the platform 👏
Thank you!
Aww I’m sorry you had a rough week. I’m only a pre med but when I have a lot of a assignments to do and life to deal with it can be overwhelming so you’re not alone. I love that you have such great coping mechanisms for situations like this. Just remember you’re doing so much better you’re feeling. You’ve got this Rachel 💜
Love u
Forever appreciating how honest and real you are when sharing your journey in medicine. It is SO frustrating when you can feel yourself struggling mentally and try to work through it by breathing, exercising, etc, and yet nothing seems to help. I can relate to these highs and lows so much, and sometimes the best thing to do is just cry it out! I believe in you Rachel, you have the biggest heart and you will get through this just as you have overcome so many challenges before
"some pile of fish" - that hit me like a bus and exactly represented the way I feel when I study
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Hopefully, I'm not late in sending this message, but the thing that helps me a lot is writing everything down on a piece of paper, every detail of thoughts, as this helps to notice when things get overwhelming and when you're spiralling. Plus, writing helps me to realise that these are just thoughts and protects me from being overcome and let them pass as they are. You're doing so well Rachel, you've got this! sending love to all! ❤️
Thank you for this Rachel❤ my week has been crazy busy, stressful, overwhelming and overall rough- and it's only Tuesday! I went for a run to blow off some steam and got a hot chicken from the store for supper. Feeling alright right now, but thank you for this. I hope you have a better week this week❤❤
I get it, I’ve been through two brain surgeries this month and I’m failing like all my classes because I can’t get caught up because of my recovery time and it’s just a lot and idk how to get up to passing and it’s very stressful.
Sending my heart out to you💕 speedy recovery
Hi Rachel, you will get through. Just keep showing up to learn. Thank you for being transparent regarding the mental and physical challenges of medical school.
Thank you🥺
Gf this vlog resonated with me so much because that was me this week. Working 40h weeks while studying for the mcat and still not feeling like I’m performing well has taken a significant toll, also the fact that my life revolves around working and studying. Thank you for posting these moments, makes me feel less alone.
Here for you!
When I am going through hard times, I always feel like I am the only one so these realistic vlogs really help and encourage me to do my best because it will be worth it in the end. Thank you for being here and for sharing your medical school journey with us :)
Rachel, I don't know the medical school stress, but I have been where you are now to struggle mentally. Going to therapy really helped me overcome my anxiety and compassion fatigue. I am happy that you have found a bond with your colleagues and peers, but please don't forget to connect with those who really know you. They remind you of how awesome and intelligent you are, and how you can persevere. We all love you Rachel, you are doing amazing things for yourself, your community, and the world here on TH-cam. Feelings like this aren't permanent, you are going to feel better, sending all my love to you
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Cardiology definitely not for you 🤣🤣
Your hard work will pay off in the end. Think about all the women you will make happy when you deliver their baby’s in the near future. You’ll be one of the best doctors one day.
Thank You for sharing this Rachel! I have been having a couple of hard weeks as well, Im currently on my Gynecology rotation and the doctor I'm under has not been nice. I'm just waiting impatiently for the rotation to end because my mood is at an all time low. I'm so glad you had a really nice experience during your OBGYN rotation! Keep up the hard work! 💪
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Watching these videos really helps me. I’m in nursing school and although it’s nothing like being in residency- it’s stressful and scary and all consuming most of the time. You’re going to be an amazing MD Rachel! You inspire me to eat healthy and workout even when stressed
Nursing school is incredibly challenging. We’re all in this together
Hi Rachel, I’m sorry you’ve been having a hard time. I just had hip surgery yesterday but I’d been putting it off for almost a year just to focus on school and getting ready to apply to med school, but I’m so glad that I’m taking the time to take care of myself. I hope you can find a balance between being a med student and also prioritizing your mental health! You got this, we are red ants🐜
Speedy recovery 💕
Of course, if you are stressed you have more cortisol release... Duh
I know I’m not in the same boat as you, but I work full time and Im going to school full time. I am often having to wake up at 3:30 am for work after studying and doing class work the night before. I find when I am getting emotional like this and maybe not doing as well as I would like on my class work and studying, putting the books down and getting a few good nights rest helps put me in a better frame of mind. Im in a better mood, I feel better physically, and I do better both at work and school. Its really amazing what exhaustion can look like
Been feeling bad lately :(( this made me relate somehow huhuhu
✨Take Aways✨
Remember to be still if you ever have any stress. Stillness is a recognition of power. It’s as simple as a mental yes or no. Being overwhelmed is normal there’s a lot of information and not all of it is valuable. Take inventory of how you feel. It should be easy and fun, not hard and complicated.
It's the iconic coffee machine clunck click clunk slap wrrrrr ASMR for me xxx
I've been in the same situation as you of being extremely isolated and stressed from schoolwork that doesn't allow me to do the things I actually enjoy for a long time now, so watching your vlogs have been a source of comfort and inspiration for me. They're definitely worth it , so thank you for being transparent, makes me feel like I'm actually not suffering alone! Have you tried meeting once or twice weekly with some classmates to study? Connection with people pursuing the same goals always seems to help me.
I’m so inspired by you Rachel, I’ll pray God gives you strength and your angel give you comfort on those overwhelming moments. Remember that if you trust him, if you trust that you are in God’s hands, it is very easy to feel at peace despite having a million things to do or a lot of pressure. Love you❤️
YOU are doing AWESOME, Rachel. Take a cry moment everyday, who cares?
I love the realness. And I can definitely relate. Also love your message that we should normalize being able to express our emotions and be human. I’m in a dental hygiene program in my last semester and I still have locker room cries. Sometimes I wish I could push it off until I’m at home and can comfortably have a good healthy cry, but that’s not how my body works. You just gotta get it out whenever it’s needed. And if you’re not struggling at some point or another, you’re probably not being challenged enough. So that means you’re doing great! And you’re a wonderful human being with natural feelings. Thanks for inspiring me and so many others to keep pushing, keep learning, and never give up on your dreams no matter how hard the challenge. And for letting me and others know it’s okay to cry. 💕 💕 💕
Love you. Thank you for this Cher
In the building watching from Barbados. doing cardiology rotation along 🙂
Thank you for being truthful, and real with your struggles as a medical student. The past couple of weeks I've been so stressed with exams and I have a lot of ups and downs but it's good to know that you're not alone in this ❤
OMG ur going back to OB/GYN for clinic that so exciting so happy for uuu!
Thank you for sharing this! I know it's hard when you're so busy to take time for yourself. Do you have any breaks coming up? Maybe having something to look forward to like a beach day could help! I know that when I'm in the thick of it, I set my mind to an event I'm looking forward to. Every day that goes by is another day closer to my free day.
You're an inspiration. Keep pushing. You got this!
Such a great idea 💕
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Last 10 days have been living dead for me. It’ s so hard now that I’ m in my last semester of dental school. I’ ve been postponing my exams and now is just pure chaos. But nevermind, today was a fresh start for me. Trying to get in a loop of studying and do the best that I can.
We have to aware ourselves and stop exhausting our body and soul because of the things we want that are doing us harm such as toxic productivity. We should be greatful and appreciate our lives and everyone in it more then just unidimensionalize ourselves from everything. I know we have to study and do our best but our body and soul also need to be fed so we should think about that too.
And don’ t forget people, you are so loved and capable of anything you set your mind to.
Love x
Yes! It’s never too late to get back into good habits. It’s the activation energy that’s hardest but once you start you build momentum! You got this 🙌
@@Manze215 thank you. Wish you all the best and we all stand together in this 😊
You making yourself vulnerable out here is not an easy thing to do and you showing the world the reality of things through you, that is so strong! It makes you so so relatable and I am ngl I clicked on this video because I was having a rough day (and I'm in my 3rd year as well) and it just feels nice to cry together and have someone to relate to.
:( bless your heart. it’s more than okay to struggle and find it difficult to keep going but it is so reassuring to know that everyone you look up to has experienced/is experiencing moments like these and hard weeks or months. just know you’ve come out alive before and you could do it again. reach out to someone you can lean on. we always think we have all the answers but it’s still nice to feel seen and validated. so much is on your plate and yet you are still succeeding. you’re genuinely incredible and you’re only human. humans have emotions and can only try their best. one day at a time. sending you love
I think your vidoes not continously. Your recorded to one moment everyday. I think If you decreases your vlog time and recorder to 3 days maybe. Its better then it. Thank you.👍👍👍 😊
What chair is that at your desk?
Rachel, you’re amazing. Thank you for everything that you do, I admire and appreciate you so much.
Life is never gonna get easy . U just become more tough n get adapted.
Dont worry everything in life is temporary. So enjoy every moment when u can . And live through every hard times too.
U are stronger than U think .
Love u
when u were eating ur salmon dinner I SAW THE UTERUS PLUSHIE HANGING IN THE BACK LMFAOAOA
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Hey,strong reachel yes, you are really in stress but you are happy to much.life includes stress,hapiness and all the stuff but we must remain positive and brave.TO BE HONEST YES REACHEL YOU ARE STRONG AND POSITVE AND YOU KNOW THE VALUE OF OUR LIFE SO BE BRAVE.But we did not see any questionsand answers
In the building waiting from Barbados 🙂
Remember that everything comes with ups and downs, even the heartbeat has ups and downs
Cardiology was my downfall as well. It almost kept me from my dream job in the ER. Fortunately a doctor took the reins and showed me that the heart is really remarkable and simple in nature. 2 weeks in codes and trauma and it all feel into place. Be patient with ur self. Ur not going to love everything u learn. Just remember everything comes back to the heart. ( I’m enjoying getting caught up)
I LOVE UR ROOM ITS A WHOLE VIBE very relaxing and cute
you can not imagine how much I see myself through you, but you are really way stronger than me and you always manage to handle it in the best ways, you got poeple here for you and we got you , and we should be fine , " yeh i'm and i feel lonely but I'm not scared of it " that's what I tell myself every day ..... hope you gonna feel good, take care Rach
Here for you
Sending you much love! You are the hardest working person I know on the west side of the Mississippi River, keep swimming!
Much love!
I am a certified professional trainer/coach I have a residency client she also faces the challenge of eating healthy, exercise, maintaining mental health all while doing crazy hours. If you need any suggestions on an exercise program and/or nutrition please feel free to reach out! I would love to help a go getter like you!
i would love you to publish a vlog on neurological basis of depression, that would be so informative and counter misconceptions
I LOVE UR STUFFED ANIMALS SO CUTE HEHEE
Thank you Rachel for sharing with us your true émotions , it does really help like you said i did not feel alone , i wish you all the best ❤️❤️❤️
So what was the answer to the 3 year old patient question ?? And what was the diagnosis haha… Love youu Rachel 💓🕺🏽
gl gl rachel ..
Rachel, my girl !!! please invest in some excedrin it will change your whole life. (especially after a good cry sesh when you have a dehydration headache phew ! excedrin solves all your problems) love you here for you 💛
I LOVE excedrin migraine
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You living a life millions dream of...All the best for future and you're really inspiring ^^
Make sure you get yourself a head CT if the headache still persists btw nice vlogs
Thank you for being vulnerable with us. You're my inspiration. I've been struggling with my mental health and it was a really tough week for me. I know we'll get through it, it's just part of the process sometimes.
Here for you Brianna
Rachel you should totally get an editor!! It would save you so much time and you’d have more time for yourselffff which is so important.
I should but I can’t let go of the control ):
I literally look forward to your vids every week because they keep me going when I am feeling down! Your amazing and a motivation to all of us
heyyy once again thank you for being so much this much realistic and honest with us and yesss this message is not only for us u should also remember -
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
BE KIND TO YOURSELF
CONTINUE TO WORK HARD
AND ALLLL THAT GOOD STUFFS
Love u
Did I binge watch ALL of your videos from day one? Yes, yes I did
Also I really hope that it will all get better soon! I know you can get through it all, your a red ant, your a strong person, we belive in you!!!!
It’s so easy to feel like I’m the only person struggling and that I’ll never be like the med students and doctors I look up to because even though I logically know you all struggle I feel like it’s not the same way I do.
So thank you so much for showing these moments. It’s not only normalizing these feelings, it’s empowering us to understand ourselves and continue on beyond them
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Ohh ohhh Rachel it made feel sad seeing you like this, just stay strong we all go through these times and they r just sucks, see u next week full of positive energy .
OMG that No Doubt hoodie you are wearing is da 💣
Loveeee no doubt
Proud of you!
Thinking of you! Take care of yourself ❤️
Hii!! What was your pre-med major?🥰
Kinesiology
@@RachelSouthard Is nursing a good major to do as a pre med ?
Am I forgiven yet, can I come back to the heard?
Hi Rachel, thank you for sharing these vulnerable moments with us. Something that always seems to help when I'm feeling overwhelmed is spending time in nature even if it's just for a short walk or eating a snack outside and getting some sun. I also love listening to music, especially Mild Orange's song "This Kinda Day" It makes me remember that everyone has tough days and that these feelings are not permanent it will soon pass. Just know that we care about you so much and thank you for always putting content out there even when you have so many other things to do. I hope you give the song a listen and I hope it helps! 💛
Caffein and lack of proper sleep is a major cause of migarine
You got the catheter into the left main on the first try… that’s so awesome! You go girl! I remember observing in the cath lab on one of my pharmacy school rotations and seeing how crazy difficult it can be to understand what you’re seeing on screen (this was also the same day I saw a patient code in the cath lab and an Impella had to be emergently placed… so scary and crazy watching the team jump into action!). Thank you for always being so vulnerable with us. You’re doing great and you have grown so much since the start of this journey. Sending much love from your #1 pharmacist fan!
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Sending support, you've made it through so many tough times and you can do it again 💙
Hi Doc... it would be cool at sometime to do a rotation in emergency room medicine.
Yesssss collagen is magic for your hair
Hopefully one day I can be in your position 🤞🏽
I love how you’re so honest about how you feel! I know it’s not easy for everyone. ❤️❤️
Thank you Rachel, you make me feel better 😭
I needed this thank you for always staying true to yourself❤️
I LOVE your new song. Who is it?
Rachel I feel you... Seriously🙁 I've had days like these when I'm so stressed nd completely busy and hooked up with exams and assignments..med students have a lot on their back😒but at the end just remember why we started this journey.... All the best rachel for other rotations.... Ik they are tough... But u got this!!
edit- I registered for that virtual webinar!
Woo!
when Rachel said "im like✨this✨ 👋🏻" I felt that. Because Im "there" too.
Are you taking care of yourself? Are you being kind to yourself? Because you've been working really hard and all that good stuff Rachel🥺.
I'm a medical student , and I feel these emotions most of the time 😔😔!! Its okay to cry, let out all emotions and feel overwhelmed
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It's okay girl 💕 we got this 🙌🏻!!
Sending you lots of strength and love
love you dont give up
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Thank you for the vulnerability and for sharing these tough moments with us. As an M1 it can be very demoralizing to see my peers/internet influencers constantly show only the fun/good parts of medical school. Your vlogs really help me feel less alone and know that it's ok to struggle and feel all the feelings. Much love from South Carolina
right here with you💕
OMS1 here sending you love from Virginia
You got this!❤️
Thank you for sharing this with us Rachel! While I wish you start feeling better soon, it’s super refreshing to see you share this side with us. Remember that it always works out in the end!!
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Thank you for sharing this. I’ve been feeling the same lately. Irs nice to know I’m not alone
Hang in there Rachel, those days are just a reminder that we’re not a machine and that it’s ok to slow things down. Hope you’re in a better place right now
This helped me so much 💜
You go girl, you will get through this :3
Sharing your ups and down with us means so much. I perceive you as a person that has her life together and is always happy. You’re doing so much with your life and completing goals. I’m in graduate school right now but I’m only doing that and I always feel like a failure. I could be doing so much more but my anxiety gets in the way of me living my life. I like how you said everyone goes through ups and downs because it made me feel like I’m not alone.
I mean I can’t say that I totally understand what you are going through cause I am not experiencing it the way you are but I want you to know that we are here for you maybe you don’t know all of us but every time you post a video we sympathize with you. ❤️❤️
Thank you Jessica 💕
@@RachelSouthard No Thank you Rachel! 🥺 ❤️
I’m Melina btw an aspiring medical student.☺️
Hi Rachel! I just want to say thank you for showing what it means to be brave. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to share true vulnerability on the internet but just know how impactful you are being in doing so. I go to your sister school up in Oregon (I’m a first year!) and I always watch your videos for the authenticity you display and the heart you pour into everything you do. Sometimes it’s hard to stay grounded through it all but we just keep on chugging along don’t we! Lol and sometimes that’s all we can do, and it’s hard, and we’re lonely/isolated, but at the end of the day we can lay our heads down knowing that we’re doing everything we can to leave the world a better place than when we found it and what more can we ask from life anyway?! ❤️🌺
Oh Rachel, don’t be sad. 3rd and 4th year r like a wild roller coaster ride. Ur up then down. Coming from a rotation u want to career in to one u don’t really care about is like grieving a loss. This will pass. The more u interact the more u will want to. It’s a whole new world ur stepping into. I’m so glad u use ur platform to discuss these ups and downs. There r med students everywhere who probably think it only happens to them. Ur a blessing young lady and we r all right here with u.
Just now watching this ! We had our 3rd round of block exams (out of 5 + finals) Monday and about took everything out of me. I did not feel like doing anything after and definitely felt isolated here. I’m a new student at my school despite being a MS2, but I am so looking forward to clinical rotations. Your channel has always been inspiring and thank you for sharing your struggle; we all feel that way at times and it’s part of the human experience. Stay strong Rachel 💪, we’ve got you !
I’m taking medical terminology and got so excited that I was able to understand when you said Tachycardic 😅
My heartrate rarely dips below 100 bpm when i'm in class/on campus. My resting heartrate is a bit high, at 74, but stress is so killer ;n;
Omg thank u for sharing really!! It's Monday and it's final weeks for me..have an exam Monday through Saturday which is really tough+ 2 entrance exam you helped me a lot thank u rachel love you💕
I'm a medical coder and cardiology is my main specialty. It is HARD. So I can't even imagine being the Dr and having to know all the anatomy and having to diagnose someone period but especially cardio.