My name is Stephanie Torres. To start off on what will hopefully be numerous articles. I'd like to formally introduce myself.

I am 18 years old and I am currently a student at Dalton State. I am going for my psychology degree. I recently graduated from Northwest Whitfield high school.

I am pursuing a degree in psychology because I hope to one day become a counselor and minister to teens who suffer from mental health issues. I was inspired to do this because I myself struggle with PTSD, anxiety and depression. My condition has gotten better but I still struggle with daily fear. My therapist has truly helped me come up with ways to not let my thoughts hinder me from enjoying my life. I wish to minister to teens about how God can help heal those wounds. I want to give teens hope and I want to make them successful and love life and God.

While I was in high school I participated in marching band, service clubs, and chorus. I played in the drum line and I played the bass clarinet for Coahulla Creek and I was in the color guard at Northwest. Since I was in elementary school I've loved playing music and singing. I played the violin and I was in melody makers (elementary school choir).While in high school I met the love of my life. We have been together for almost three years and he is my absolute best friend. I'm in love with him and his family (Heather, his mom, and Allen, his dad are the best people who ever existed!) I also have some amazing friends, I'd personally like to mention two of my friends. One who has motivated me to strengthen my walk with Christ. She one of my most loving and most sincere best friend. (Maggie, you're beautiful inside and out and I'm so glad to have you as a friend!) and Leslie! Thank you for answering every little question I have about college, and thank you for motivating me to do this!

I love video games and The Lord of the Rings. I hope to one day visit New Zealand a.k.a The Shire. I've played video games since I was a little girl and I've also loved LOTR since I was a little girl. (Did I mention my boyfriend is a gamer too?) I also love to watch documentaries and do my makeup.
I had to dedicate a whole paragraph to my love of makeup. I love to shop for makeup, from Sephora to Walgreens! My favorite YouTuber by FAR is Jaclyn Hill. I aspire to be like her. I don't want to own a whole makeup line (although that would be awesome), but I hope to have her positivity and optimism. I know it's silly to care so much for someone who I don't know, but I can't help but cheer for joy when she releases a new product!

In conclusion, I hope to become a better writer and learn from others. I hope to make someone's day. I will be writing about different topics, from mental health, religion, social issues and I may write some more about myself. If anyone would like to contact me please, feel free. I have my email on my page.

Have a blessed day!
- Steph