Inspiration is the backbone of a driven individual. Having the passion and drive to become a surgeon requires inspiration. As for me, “Grey's Anatomy" became one of my inspirations. I always possessed the capabilities to pursue medicine but I lacked the confidence. There isn't a doctor in my family that I could look up to so I had to find my drive from elsewhere. The show “Grey's Anatomy" has held a special place in my heart since the first episode. I feel personally connected to the protagonist Meredith Grey, as she has faced a lot of challenges in her career path. It made me believe that despite everything I have faced, that I was still worthy of practicing medicine.
Growing up, I was always so sure of myself and everything I've wanted to accomplish. I excelled in academics and loved science. It wasn't until high school when I lost sight of myself and struggled with confidence issues. I still managed to maintain a relatively high GPA, but college wasn't as simple. My inner struggles became an everyday battle and I began to lose my motivation. During this time, I stayed inside a lot. I began watching “Grey's Anatomy" and at first it was painful. The show was portraying surges I had only dreamed of performing. I remember thinking how badly I wanted that for myself.
It didn't happen overnight, but I slowly started seeing myself change. My motivation came back all because I started watching this TV show out of sheer coincidence. Every day I pushed myself until I saw the change I wanted to see. I could finally see the light in my eyes again. I worked hard last semester and got the grades I always knew I was capable of receiving.
Medical school is a dream of mine. I feel as though “Grey's Anatomy" worked hard to accurately portray what students go through. If it was easy, everyone would become a doctor. My connection to the show and its characters was vital in my life. I truly felt understood and empowered. My fears and challenges were put at ease as I watched the characters evolve through their personal struggles. I have learned to accept that humans are designed to be flawed. The mistakes we make are what makes us human. My weaknesses have become my strengths.
I am forever changed by “Grey's Anatomy." I have found the motivation within myself to continue pursuing my dreams. Becoming a surgeon will take sacrifices and dedication but will be rewarding. My natural abilities to connect with people is an important quality to possess as a doctor and will take me far. My passion to heal people and understand them has driven me to become a surgeon. I one day hope to change lives.
As Cristina Yang beautifully said, “Have some fire. Be unstoppable. Be a force of nature," and that's exactly what I plan on doing.
