In this video, I’m getting really real about something I didn’t expect medical school to hit me with as hard as it did: my mental health. I talk about what anxiety and depression actually looked like for me during med school (especially during Vlogmas 7), and how it wasn’t always this obvious “movie moment” — it was more like slowly feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge, and trying to keep it together while still showing up for school and life. I also share what helped me get through it, and why I wanted to post this in the first place: because if you’re a med student (or any student) feeling like you’re barely holding on, you’re not alone. This is genuinely a safe space, and I want you to hear that from someone who’s been there. I’m also really clear that this is my personal experience and not medical advice — if you’re struggling, you deserve support from a licensed professional and/or a trusted support system, and if you’re in crisis, please reach out to local emergency services or the 988 lifeline.