I'm leaving medical school
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My father always says
If you aren't happy and healthy, take time to sort those out. Once you are happy and healthy, everything will start falling into place again.
I really am trying to see things that way, thank you!
@@elizabethfilips Please do. If you do not prioritize those two, others around you will also not.
And surround yourself with people(friends , family) who are watchful about your health and happiness
That's a lovely saying thanks for sharing.
I needed to read this🙏🏻
Your dad is the best! ✨
Sending you lots of support liz. I'm sure this year will be full of growth, fun, and creative output 💪🏻 Take your time!
🙂
King 👑
In addition, use the time to research burnout remedies and assess source of problems. Everyone successful knows when they need to go into their toolkit to refresh mind soul and body.
Love your chanel bro
It's the KING, you're a doctor now
Had good grades at medical school. Still left it. Turns out it was the right decision. It's OK if your dreams change.
She is not leaving, she is just interrupting studies for some time
What did you do after you left
I bacame a math teacher. Not easier path but I never get bored and I love it.
I will get my masters degree in January but I've been already a teacher for 3 years. It's strange that I liked studying at med school but I was not crazy to become a doctor. And to be a doctor it takes all your heart. I didn't feel like that.
I'm envious of your bravery. Many people don't realize what they really want - they are not in touch with their inner self.
I am 48 years old and I still don't know what I want to do! 😄 I came to the realization years ago, that nothing is forever and to just do what feels right now. After 25 years of building a strong well paid career- 4 years ago I gave it all up to live on a small farm with few animal, no job, but a peaceful mind 👍 you will figure it out.... And if you don't, that's fine, just do what feels right at this moment x
I also gave up my six figure job 3 month ago which I worked so hard for to obtain in the first place. I wanna move to a tiny farm too.
Don't do what feels right, do what feels right and actually is right. Something can feel very right and be very wrong.
@@brentkoivopolo6200 it really depends on the person. some really value staying true to what feels right to them even if it's not considered objectively right.
They don't mind if they fail beaucuse they honored their inner moral compass in a sense.
Wherase others Don't wanna waste time on something that everyone agrees isn't gonna work, why bother? They might think
So you see the "right thing" or what feels right is very subjective to the person
@@maple_latte2669 👏
good advice! All I would add to that is: never go back (as in backwards), always move forward with the change!
Everyone’s on their own journey. Timing in medicine is not a thing… take the scenic route and enjoy your life
Thank you Mo
100% I needed the LOA to remind me why I went into medicine in the first place
Mo is genuine and honest. Unlike fake Ali
Oh wow that's a beautiful line "take the scenic route"
I also left my medical school this year to stay home ...easy than continu... Because as you knew Study isn't easy...123...?
Excellent stuff
Upgrade from "good stuff"
I agree
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Hi! Ali
I think you should give some advice to fillips not to leave the medical school. At least she was your personal assistant.
Oh there is a spectrum on Ali's vocabulary
I could relate to you but I was a lazy f*ck for 19 years, didn't work for anything, just had fun, and messed up my whole life (except I worked really hard to become an athlete - 3 years now since I've stopped), thinking that the world did this to me, my parents, friends, and everybody else and I didn't see that the problem was me. I was nihilistic until Late april 2021 came. My life began to change and suddenly I started to do what I want, to do what I need to do, to do what I like, to find myself, to create a meaning in my meaningless life since I didn't really do much sh*t and wasted 19 years of life. I'm a dumbo, didn't really implement study techniques and different strategies to learn, that's why it's hard for me to study less and smart and get better grades but I'm getting the hang of it. Slowly I am falling in love with accountancy and myself, I read more books now, probably the most I've read for 19 years, deleted my social medias except ytube and I've never felt anything amazing like this in my entire life. I stopped thinking negatively even though AIS wasn't my first or even an option at all! I am starting to like it.
This got recommended to me, and it's okay. Take your time, grow, you go at your own pace. Here's something I saved in my notes that I think would be helpful to you, please read it if you have time.
Obama retired at age 55 and Trump started at age 70.
New York is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles, but that does not make Los Angeles slower.
Someone graduated at age 22, but waited 5 years to get a good job. Someone graduated at age 30, but had worked in their area since 18.
Someone became a businessman at age 25 and died at age 50.
While another became the owner of his 50-year-old business and lived for up to 90 years.
Someone is still single at age 40, while someone else got married very young.
Everyone in this world works based on their time zone.
The people around you may seem to be in front of you,
Some may seem to be behind you.
But everyone is running their own race in their own time, do not envy them and do not mock them.
They are in their time zone and you are in yours.
Life comes down to waiting for the right moment to act.
So relax:
You are not advanced.
You're not late.
You're on time.
You are in your time.
The honestyyy wow
All the best to you
this calmed me down sm thank you sm and goodluck to u !!
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I can relate. I’ve never kept the same job for an entire year. Recently found my calling in nursing and here I am at age 37, more than halfway done with nursing school, kicking ass and loving every minute. You’re ready, when you’re ready.
Thanks for this words, that i needed recent times
It's okay to take a detour to "smell the roses" and focus on your health.
When you lose money, nothing is lost;
when you lose health, something is lost;
when you lose character, everything is lost.
I’ve been studying medicine for 9 years and just have one more year to be a family doctor in Belgium but I decided to take a year off next year. I love medicine but it’s a field that ask so much of yourself and I just feel empty at this point. I got pregnant this year and due in September. If it wasn’t for my surprise babygirl I don’t know if I would have had the courage to take that needed break so I just wanted to tell you that I see you, I understand so deeply how hard that choice can be et I think that it’s a brave one 💛
Thank you for the comment, it means the world! And HUGE congratulations on your little baby! I do hope everything goes well and you have the most wonderful time with her ❤️
@Frye 18 because there is no contraceptive method that work 100% of the time (except for abstinence) so if you have sex, even with a contraception well used, there is a risk of pregnancy
@Frye 18 please dont say anything if you don't have anything nice to say.
@Frye 18 u have no ideia what u are talking about lol
congratulations on your baby :) all the best with your break!!
I'm 4 yrs post-grad and worked to get into medical school, graduate and get into GP training. On many occasions I've wanted to leave. A step away is the best thing to re-evaluate your priorities and make sure you're on the right path. Thanks for the raw and honest video - we need content like this on TH-cam
I hope you see this comment. I am a medical student in America and me and my friend both decided to leave this year as well (we attend different schools). Both of us are switching our careers (one of us is staying in healthcare and another is doing software engineering). I dont think its gets talked about enough how common this feeling is. Ive talked to MANY senior attendings who scaled back to part time, switched careers, and/or trying to get out of it. We need a huge cultural shift. Abuse, depression, anxiety rates are so high in this profession. I just wanted to let you know there are two real med students out there who get this. We went through it a few months back. Our lives have become way more balanced and happy. It is possible. Sending love
Hi, me & my boyfriend took a leave this January (we also attended in America). I’ve come to the decision that I want to stay in healthcare but not become a Dr. Has the one of you who’s staying faced any stigma or fall back in getting a new degree for your past as a medical student? I’m very scared about this 🥺
Can I please message you?? I’m sooo close to leaving I need to talk to someone on the other side
may be visit a poor country first. might give you something to compare your privileged life with, get some perspective
Until economy booms many can afford to live for their dreams from an easy job. There are new jobs which either require no background( where there is a competition worldwide), or require special skills/experience. I cannot believe a medical doctor cannot find a not stressful job. Would it be easier workingnin art? Woman should think about a career interruption of 10 years for raising 3 child. Please report job market advances once country flooded with refugees looking for jobs. For the economy struggles: Remember year 2009?
I went to college at 18 dreaming to be an aerospace engineer, 3 years into my aerospace engineering degree I quit, to the massive disappointment of my parents and myself. Went to study computer science, after 1 year I quit (hated it), after that went study art for 1 year and quit, went on to study business management where I stayed for 3 years. I had no idea what to do really and was looking for a combination between technology, marketing, sales, creativity, people management - all in one - and at the end of it, provide more money than any job ever could. Its ok to have dreams but dont make dreams your master - your feet must be firmly planted in reality. Started my business 9 years ago. Designed the products, labels, marketing, website, sales strategy, etc. Spent endless hours researching all of the above, studying on my own how to better myself and thus my business. That gave me the opportunity to do all the above things and toward a goal. Now I employ over 100 people, have a global brand. My point is - I did not find my calling until I was 34.
I wish I had half your courage. I'm in my last year of my primary degree and I just found out recently I wasn't as passionate about it as I thought I was. I feel a different calling to move to medicine, and ironically enough, it used to be a childhood dream of mine before I somehow went astray. I'm so afraid of being blindsided by my own self now, I have a hard time trusting myself. I found out the hard way that I didn't truly understand myself as well as I thought and my confidence is shaken.
Wow that’s amazing. I’ve just switch to a new degree and it is quite nerve wracking since there’s so much change. Do you mind me asking what your business is?
@@EruditeYT I ended up formulating and marketing military and commercial grade lubricants for heavy duty applications. Its nothing of what I studied but I found a passion for seeing a product from concept to market, end to end. Most surprising thing - I was / am really good at it.
@@jinwoo78 The biggest fear is the fear of loss, of failure. I realized early on that there is no success without the chance for failure and every failure is an opportunity to learn. That is, if you are objective enough to take a long hard look at yourself if you fail and when you do, then correct the mistakes. The hardest part for most people is being able to really, truly criticize themselves. Often they will try to blame others, blame life, blame circumstances, blame everyone and anyone else. Through my mistakes, i realized the core of the problem was ME. When I failed, it was either mishandling of the situation, ignorance, lack of research, lack insight or a combination of them all.
A lot of people never have the courage to consider other things society deems best for them. So many of my classmates absolutely hate medicine and continue because that's what they're meant to do. I'm actually really happy for you that you're taking a break, you have so many wonderful interests and passions, it's ok to put one on hold for a year to explore others, you're just doing what a lot of us would love to but are probably too afraid to even admit :)
Thank you so much Serra ❤️❤️
that is true,
You're very right Serra. 💤
I agree
So true! It takes strength to do this!!
Imagine Our society being as supportive as this comment section.
that's right you can't imagine that.
Amen to that!
So true!! This is a start ✨✨
@@elizabethfilips just take a gap year to rest but not quit the school
This is so so brave. I think most medics and dentists dont even stop to think about how they're feeling during medical/dental school, they just focus on getting the degree and hope things will work out after. You're such a creative soul, I think there's so much to you that you can explore during this break that I'm excited for what's to come for you
Thank you so much Akta!!
@@elizabethfilips She is right and I am proud of you for making the video. Just remember medicine isn't gone.. you can complete it later. But everyone situation is different. Your brave to be able to leave for now.
True but what if the person is too poor to afford another course?if he or she decides to quit their current course? Just curious
That’s a difficult situation, but I would consider sunk costs. Is it worth spending the remaining money on a course you don’t wish to use or investing that money instead towards another course? I think this will vary for everyone
I'm completely blown and it shook me to my core that "Your did job for three years just for the sake of fee after putting yourself into medical school".
Salute to your efforts.🖤
It's better to leave sometimes than to stay and be miserable
You didn’t need to script this. It was beautiful. As a fellow medical student 3 years into it - it is okay. It’s okay. You’re so brave.
I love that she is just taking a break☺️ Im sure things will get better next year, good luck!
Wishing you love and strength throughout this time, Liz! ❤️
I'm glad that you mustered up the courage to make this decision for YOU and also that you're willing to be vulnerable about it in front of a huge audience.
I also left my engineering program this year to pursue what my guts have been screaming out for. The days that followed were full of fear and anxiety.
It's going to be really hard, especially with such a huge audience and a lot of demands for what's supposedly "accountability". But I'm sure over the next couple of months you will come to be glad for this decision you've made. Letting us know about it is one step to shrug the weights off your shoulders.
Just wanted to let you know that we are in full support of you! All the best, Liz!!
All the best for u too Zahid!
ihh Zahid juga ternyata nonton channel ini hehehe, aku salah satu subscriber-mu and I'm wishing you all the best as well for your brave decision to leave your engineering program to pursue anything else that you might think better for you in the future!
Wow! Very true. Always go by what ur gut says, aka, ur feelings...😘
Sometimes we just have to make these important decisions. You all are so brave to chase after what you want. All the best!!
What are you pursuing then?
Well I wish you the best, you’re brave enough to make this decision.
Thank you!! 🙏❤️
I love your honesty and openness. From someone who made a similar decision two years ago, I wish I had a video like this to watch at the time to reassure me I was not alone. I feel extremely grateful to you for making this because it will be of such benefit to other medical students watching.
Physical and mental health should never take a backseat for your degree. And taking time off to manage those is not a failure, but shows you possess a great self awareness that many do not.
Wishing you all the best and whatever this year brings after the time off, I hope your health and happiness improves☺️
Had to come back here again,cause i can feel am about to go down this route soon.your courage is admirable Liz❤️
While taking a break from medicine, there' s a lot of things you can do. We'd watch you paint more 😁
I hope so! Let’s see how it goes 😅❤️❤️
Good luck Elizabeth! Going through something similar as well.
It can be scary and terrifying but growth comes from periods like this. Healing and being gentle and taking care of yourself/mental health should always be a priority. Eventually things settle and you find peace and acceptance in your decision too. I wish you the best.
Also +1 Lorraine we would watch you paint more xD
I've seen a lot of people struggling with this; putting so much pressure on themselves in order to do what they love and they gradually put this above their health. Sometimes we forget how better we can function when we are in a good mental state. Elizabeth I find you very inspiring and now very courageous to do THIS!
Thank you for sharing part of your story and being so open and honest!
I'm 36 and only starting medical school and as my second degree and career I feel I am bringing a wealth of knowledge, maturity, confidence and experience to my future patients. Don't put boulders in your own path as my Mother always says. It is better to do what feels right for you, so well done on that. Gaining experience and maturity from multiple career/life choices is going to be more valuable than anything.
Same here! I am really excited about it. Wish you all the best.
I just completed my 3rd year of medicine and am also taking a year out. I already temporarily withdrew during first year and so am already considered a year behind, but the thought of going straight into 4th year honestly made me feel ill. I have been consistently struggling to the extreme with managing my mental health and at this point in my life, I’m 22 years old and have to acknowledge that I am in control of my own life and have to make my own decisions about what I believe is best for me, and so that led me to taking a year out. The way I look at it, it would be totally irresponsible to put myself through another year of study when I know it will not allow me the space and time to set myself right. It’s so amazing for me to see someone I admire make a similar decision, as much as I shouldn’t need it, it feels validating. 🧡
omg... I am literally in the exact same position as you... three years for preclinical, just finished 3rd year, and am also taking an extra year... would love to hear how you've been since posting
i'm in the exact same position too!!
@@kellycurtis7699 I'm doing good! I've been working more or less full time as a nursing assistant in my local hospital so it's not exactly a relaxing break at the moment but the mental space away from university and medical school has been amazing. I'm also currently in the process of beginning treatment for newly diagnosed ADHD so hopefully this will help me be ready for August 2022 rolling around and make me able to be excited to go back. How are you using your time away? ☺️
I’m glad to see people in the same page as me but idk if the break is back firing on me because I have started to spend too much time on overthinking and I was 2 yrs away from home and now that I’m back and is having a year off I am literally just questioning everything in life. Now I feel afraid to go back I really don’t know what’s wrong cuz I feel everything’s wrong.
Thank you so much for putting out content like this, it's really comforting to see people with platforms like yours talking about taking out of the norm decisions and different approaches to what's generally expected ❤️ I hope the coming year brings you lots of healing and happiness
Thank you Syna, best wishes to you too! ❤️
I'm rooting for you! Uncertainty is part of life and everything will be all right. Take care Ms Filips!
You are really brave girl. Whatever you’ll end up doing, you’ll thrive.
I think you’ve made a wise, bold and sensible decision. When things slow down, you’ll be able to reconfigure what you want to have in your sights. You’re beautiful and smart, and you’ll be able to pick things up again later on down the line. I’d rather employ the relaxed, chilled and wise candidate over the stressed, young, innocent graduate that hasn’t had a break since secondary school. You haven’t rambled, and you shouldn’t apologise. We’re here watching because we like you. Thanks for the video x
You look as tho you need a huge hug a warm cup of tea, and someone to talk too. Take as much time out as you need, life leads you where you should be and right now it’s a change for the better x
Oh YES I do haha thank you Christine ❤️
Hi Elizabeth! I'm so glad you were able to make this decision for yourself- we support you always! I took an extended break as well from medical school, and I feel a lot better returning back to it now. Please take care of yourself and be kind to yourself too! you've got this!
Thank you for sharing ❤️ Wishing you the very best with medical school!
I just love how honest and real you are
Please keep doing such a random videos
Huge move Liz, incredibly brave and it sounds like the right decision for you - good luck for next year and the future!
I can definitely relate to this in my own life so don’t feel bad. I hit a similar wall a few years ago and just needed to allow myself to step back for a bit to get perspective. At the time, I felt the same insecurities, fear, and anxiety you’re expressing in the video. Years later now though, I realize it was a necessary step- and after talking with others about it, realized it’s not at all uncommon. So don’t beat yourself up. You’ll get beyond this and kudos for prioritizing yourself.
Love that last bit of advice to be kind to others and to not believe everthing I think. Thank you so much!
perfection hasn't got to be perfect !
Oh Liz, wishing you all the best with whatever you choose to do, you’ll flourish in anything, happiness and health are the two most important things in life and you’re doing the right thing by prioritising that.❤️
Watching this video felt like watching myself 3 years ago when I decided to take a year out from medicine (in the middle of the most difficult year). I'm pleased to tell you that I am starting work as an FY1 in 3 weeks' time, and in a much better place than I could have been had I just continued. Taking a year out of medical school was THE BEST thing I did for myself, and I hope you find this is the case for you too!
I was struggling mentally last year and was in my second year of medicine. Honestly, the hardest person to convince was me. Similar to you, my grades were fine and nothing around me seem to suggest that I wasn't coping :(
Are you feeling better and coping it much better now? I hope all its good got you.
You are gonna do absolutely fine! I got kicked out of one of the top high schools in pakistan. The high school was really hard to get into. Then I joined a community college in U.S.A Missouri and failed at subjects that I had already mastered. I never felt like sitting inside a class and listening through the lectures when I already knew things more in-depth than the professor. I struggled a lot, sacrificed a lot but at the end that wasn't what I wanted so one day I summoned up courage like you and said No to a college education. My friends, families, and elders scolded me a lot for my decision and called me lazy for not working hard even though I am industrious, and called me a Failure in Life. After, a few months I got a job with a software startup. It's been one year and I already know more than my friends who graduated in computer science. I am making more than them. Plus I am learning more advanced concepts and things that I enjoy. Most of all I am working with 40 years experienced Software architect and he is much older than I and a much better friend than the most. I can relate to how you feel. But, don't despair. Listen to your inner voice. You are gonna do fine. But if you keep resisting, things are gonna get much tougher.
Conclusion: I am 24 and so are my friends who graduated but they still keep coming to me for advice even though I got a 0 GPA and quit college. Elizabeth you are going to be fine!
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with self love and self care. You are so brave and strong. Thank you for sharing. All the best! 🙏🏽
Hi Elizabeth, please take care of yourself. Don't worry too much about things and always follow your passion. You are an excellent painter as well. Take care. Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻
Thank you! 🙏
Ahhh you’re going to have so much fun being able to finally breath and heal and explore your interests. I have no doubt you have made the right decision. X
"Diamonds are formed under pressure" And bread dough rises when you let it rest We're all our own things. (Not my quote)
So do things at your own pace and what gives you peace.
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You are so brave and smart too. Thanks for your learning video and good luck on your journey.
I am a lecturer and I can see some stress in you. After I saw this video, I tried to look for your other videos and notice a gradual change. Well, I hope you would mind reading my comment because I believe there should be someone who need to be honest with you, rather than agreeing you to 100% because I admire you or beautiful you. It is always good to follow your heart and to stop for a while if you burned out. I can see your hard work, working part time jobs and following your dreams. this is absolutely amazing. In my honest opinion, take your time, relieve stress, think carefully and decide on your own, your mentor or someone who can provide unbiased advice to you such as a professor you can trust him/her. Don't just follow advice from the social media, we never have a chance to see you, if you suffer in any form, no one will save you and take responsibility. I can see the stress that you are having by watching the timeline and trend of your videos, you gradually have become a bit from a cool and calm person to a bit unsatisfied with certain things. my honest advice, please this is a virtual world, our positive or negative comments should not change your pathway.
Nice
I totally agree with you 💯💯
All the best to you, one or two years break is not bad at all, also don't need super enthusiasm to finish medicine, it's a project that needs to be done with
Wise comment,, indeed it is a virtual world
Wish you all the success and happiness in life! We all support you for taking this decision
Thank you! 🙏
Well done, Elizabeth!! Well done for listening to your instincts and intuition and pushing through the fear. I’m so excited to see what this next year’s adventure is going to bring, I hope it’s filled with the healing you need. ❤️❤️❤️
This was powerful Liz, I’m glad you’re doing what you wanna do regardless of what lead to this point. Wishing you the best ❤️
It’s good to stop/pause when it doesn’t seem right. there are so many things a smart person can do apart from that career. I found many including myself suffered from staying in a career (my case, consultant in a big firm) and realized so late that there were other good choices. Hope you have a good sleep and good luck.
Thank you so much, and wishing you the best of luck too!!
Stay strong and listen to your heart. You'll pull through.
Since I started watching your videos, you've made me way more productive, thanks so much. In this video, I really respect your honesty and strength, which encourages me a lot. It must be hard to reveal what you feel, especially in the tough time. You are so cool! Pls take a rest well too, you can have a time to slow down at times for the next movement.
I wish I could come there and give you one long hug. And honestly thank you for doing this! Ngl I've been feeling the same too but I'm too scared to take the step for all the reasons you mentioned.
You're so soo very brave and inspiring Liz!
Sending love all the way there🌻
Hi Elizabeth, If your mind and heart is in the same direction you’ll do good in anything that you choose. Good luck 👍🏻
Thank you!
This is actually a very good thing - you recognising that health is more important than everything else is exactly what shows how perfect you would be as a doctor :) that’s what a doctor would recommend!
Was going to say this. It is kind of ironic that so many med students suffer from health issues caused by med school.
A video I never knew I needed to see. This resonates with me so much. I believe this new chapter will be an exciting one and even when challenges arise , it’s a time of discovery. I can relate oh so much. This year has been a lot and prioritizing your health is the best thing you can do overall!
Well done! You are amazing. Enjoy the time!
I felt everyday the same way you are feeling… being in medical school is so exhausting… you can never feel that you are enough…whether you read day and night…it doesn’t matter…😞
All the best by the way…hope you figure it out…and be happy whatever you do! 🙂👍🏻
I loved how honest and unscripted this video was, just like life :) Major respect for having the courage to listen to your heart and take this bold step! Always believe in yourself and never settle, even if that takes you through unconventional pathways and unchartered waters. All the best!
Wish you all the best with your future endeavours Liz!
So proud of you! I am in second year myself and your feelings are not uncommon- Going to school during a pandemic has its own challenges !! The sacrifices we make for this career in a lot of ways are not ok and you are so brave to put yourself first! I agree with you, you will be happier and more centered in the long run. Congratulations on this new chapter in your life :)
Wow, I really resonated with the things you said in this video. I'm going through a rough time and its making me doubt everything and consider dropping out/taking time out. This actually helped me put things into perspective somewhat so THANK YOU for being brave and honest with yourself and with us. Sending so much love and happiness your way ❤️
A v brave decision and definitely for the best. I took a year out of med school in Oxford last year, because I wasn't sure if I wanted to be a doctor at all (and ended up doing a masters degree in something I'm passionate about during that year). It was the best thing for me as the time gave me some clarity to realise medicine was actually what I wanted to do. I've come back this year with a renewed sense of purpose. I hope this time out does the same for you and provides you with the space to breathe and get some perspective on what you want out of life! :)
Thank you so much for the comment Lilian! I love to hear that's how it worked out for you, it sounds brilliant! Amazing ot hear you're really enjoying university again now, thank you for the inspiration! ❤️
Rooting for you sweetheart! You are so young, take all the time you need. Regret is not something anyone should live with. God be with you!
This takes so much courage to do. Much respect and love!!!!
Everything’s gonna be okay 😌. Trust g
We out here
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I love how authentic this video is! It takes a lot of courage to take a break from medicine. I hope you find this break helpful. Prioritising your health is important. Good luck with this new journey & take care ❤️
So much honesty in that video, hope you feel better soon, and everything is going well with you
We are here to support you, you are strong and brave to have made this decision ❤
We wish you all the very best in whatever you want to pursue :)
All the good luck on your way
Stay strong :)
Don't worry! Everything will be good ❤️
Great to hear that you're taking time for yourself, and thanks for sharing and being vulnerable with us. All the best
You are so brave. Wish you all the best. There are so many paths in life.
Please Take Care! One thing I learnt in my 1st year of medical school is "If you start running away from one difficult thing then you will end up running away from all difficulty thing"
says, I was leaving my Indonesian Medical School in 2003 and followed my heart testing if medicine is my calling. 2019 was the year when the calling getting back again. Now, I'm preparing myself as a future non traditional pre med at UChicago. Hope for the best!
you're so so so brave. i'm proud of you. you can do whatever you set your mind to. all the best dear
Every medical student can relate to this. I am with you sis. Sending you much love from Nigeria. You'll be back refreshed. Your mental health matters.
I love your channel and your passion for so many things, including medicine! I’m a doctor and it’s great to see that you’re prioritising what you need at this moment in time. Your health is so precious and deserves safeguarding - you will be so much of a better student and doctor from the experiences you gain over the next year. The best students and doctors that I’ve met are the ones who have taken time out when they’ve needed it. Wishing you all the best 🙂
Thank you so much for this comment! and best wishes to you too! ❤️
You’re a brave young lady and a totally inspiration..I’m sure when you are better in your own health it will make you a better doctor in the long run. Your compassion will be enhanced by this time out no doubt. Take care of yourself, be kind to yourself and enjoy your year out. Be happy and smile! It’s a brave decision. 😁
Wishing you all the best Elizabeth, take care of yourself
I’m 32 and still finding my way😁- do what feels good 💪
I did the same thing during med school.
It helped me a lot.
I hope it does for you too.
Take care ♥️♥️✨
we will support you elizabeth no matter what! :)
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“Also Human- the inner lives of doctors “ by Caroline Elton.if you get time
Thank you for this! It's really brave of you to decide this for yourself. I'm also taking a break from medschool, because it's taking a toll on my mental and physical health. To see that I'm not the only feeling this way is comforting. I hope you have a great year ahead!
Hi Elizabeth
I chose the answer on your pool that I’m watching your video because you are a med student, but then I realised it was only the reason when I started watching your videos. Now I’m really in love with your personality and the way you look at anxiety and all that you talked in you videos helped me so much as I’m also going through hard time to get into vet school as an adult student. I think it’s great that you listened to your inner voice and followed it. I always support you and wish you the best luck for whatever you are going to do. How exciting!
Love from Japan :)
Thank you so much for this!!! ❤️
One year off to take care of your personal health is so incredibly valuable. It’s much more valuable than ignoring what you need and running yourself into the ground. Enjoy it and make the most of it!! We support you 💕❤️
You are doing so great!!! youre choosing whats best for you and that all that matters
I am in third year of med school. Being a med student myself I can say that you have mustered so much courage to do that. I am so happy you took the call for yourself. Because ultimately it what makes YOU happy is the real thing to do.
I'd also like to see you paint. I do watercolours myself.
Awww I wanna give you a big hug rn 🥺
Personal health does come first, no question about it! Good on you for having the strength to make this decision! Whatever happens, you'll make good of it!
Liz! Yes I love to hear that your focusing more on you and starting to slowing down! I can't even begin to imagine how tough this is, but often times giving yourself time to rest and reflect will help you properly define what success looks like for you (we're all playing the game of life).
Think about what Naval likes to say to get to the top of the mountain (of your life) sometimes you need to go back down to the bottom, even after all the progress that you've made, to find the right path that will lead you to the top (your ideal life)!
Also, I really love that you decided to share such a raw moment with us (thank you for that) and your future self. This is going to be incredible to look back later on when time heals everything!
Stay strong and reach out if there is anything I can do to support you.
Thank you so much for the comment Mike!!! Miss seeing you in Inner Circle, hope to catch up soon on Circle!!!!!
That's so brave ! I wish you all the best .. I wish I had the same strength to just stop and walk away ..
You're doing a great thing Elizabeth. Prioritizing your health over anything is the best thing you can do for yourself and people you love.
Thank you 🙏
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I’m sorry to hear this and hope your gap year helps you see the whole picture soo you are able to come to the best deduction for you. wish you all the best for the future.
Thank you!
All the best Liz!
Hope you will find what is best for you and until then I wish you best of luck !