The peaks and valleys of an ECG help us visualize the electrical activity of our heart. Waveforms reflect our heart health and by extension our quality of life. Like these waveforms, the waveforms of our lives also reflect the quality of our life. The ups and downs of our experiences enrich our lives by providing unique learning experiences from which we can grow. The perceptions of my experiences have shaped and continue to shape my intellectual, emotional, and physical growth and development. Attending a prestigious university was an enriching and challenging experience. I had the opportunity to learn from accomplished professors and attend inspiring lectures from leading researchers. My degree allowed me to combine my interest in biology and my curiosity about what constitutes healthy individuals. I encountered challenges during my college experience, whether it was dealing with a serious illness while taking classes or working full time while trying to improve my GPA, the end result often reflected hurt my abilities. I took time off for myself...