We all have moments in life when the fear of failure becomes too overwhelming, and we often find ourselves resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as avoidance. Avoidance allows our anxieties and worries to linger, hanging over us like a dark cloud that doesn’t seem to disperse. Until recently, this is what I was experiencing – contemplating new opportunities felt scary so instead, I avoided them completely which ultimately held me back from living my fullest life.  In this step of becoming Roj, I want to share my story of facing those fears head-on, and overcoming avoidance to cope with positive outcomes. By processing the emotions attached to taking risks and…

Choose Your Own Path: How I Overcame Family Expectations to Follow My Dreams In a society that rules based on conformity, it can be tough to pursue your dreams. My dad always wanted me to be a doctor like the rest of my family. But I loved art and technology, so in my third year of university, I changed my major from Health Sciences to the Interactive Arts and Technology. It was a tough journey, but now everyone is impressed with how I followed my heart and became the person I want to be. If you’re feeling lost or stuck, know that it’s never too late to change and pursue…