I can't emphasize this enough: the future is uncertain, and no one can predict what today or tomorrow will bring. Over the past month, I've faced hospital admissions, numerous procedures, and endless blood tests. It's been a six-year journey of advocacy, learning, and gradually coming to terms with what it means to live with chronic illness. chronic pain. coming out of domestic violence, mental health and healing unhealed trauma.Unfortunately, the last three years have been the hardest. We should never take life for granted; it's crucial to avoid burning ourselves out. Take those trips, cherish time with loved ones, heal the wounds that need attention, and start living in the present. In just a few weeks, I've had to make some difficult decisions and disconnect from the world for a bit to reassess my life. I promised myself that my medical challenges would not define who I am. I've always strived to remain fiercely independent, even though asking for help has often felt foreign to me. After experiencing a heart attack scare and a blood clot scare, along with my unpredictable health, I made the tough decision to end my five-year career as a support worker and officially resign. I can count on one hand the incredible people who have supported me during these past few weeks. This time has also allowed me to reflect on what truly matters to me.