Vi Nguyen '21

Vibrate Higher Daily was gifted to me by a dear friend. I was skeptical about the ideas at first, but through spending time with this book, I came to understand and appreciate the interconnectedness of all the different facets of our lives. Our relationships, interactions, and how we move through our lives, are all an exchange of energy. Intentionality in how we interact, and with whom or what, plays a huge role in the grander scheme of self-care and self-love. I continue to follow Lalah Dehlia's work in wellness education, and her book was a major stepping stone for me in broadening my perspective of spirituality and wellness.

I am a biology major and linguistics minor, and both subjects will continue to be important in my life as I go on to pursue a career in medicine. The foundation in science is more obvious, but perhaps more importantly, I hope to use what I have learned about language to more effectively and empathetically communicate with my patients and the communities I will have the opportunity to serve. I studied for many exams during my shifts as a Library Student Assistant, whether it be at the quiet Orozco Reserves desk, or in the busy entrance of Baker. 

While my senior year was not how I imagined it to be, I am grateful for the reflections and new strengths that came from this COVID era. I have become more intentional in cultivating and maintaining my relationships, including my relationship with myself, and how I spend my time in general. In the midst of what felt like the world falling apart, I realized what mattered most to hold onto.