I'm a fresh graduate and had taken the board exam last year, only to find out that I failed and have been struggling with emotions since then. Whenever I see my batchmates talking and posting about their oathtaking and everything, it hurts. It really hurts that I keep question myself if "Am I not worthy to get that title after my name?". Just wanna leave it here. This space has brought much comfort to me. Thank you!

Finding my spark again

Catalina

Thank you for trusting this space with something so close to your heart!

Failing something you worked so hard for is incredibly painful, especially when you see others celebrating what you had hoped for yourself. It’s only normal to feel disappointed.

Keep in mind, though, that not passing the exam doesn’t define your worth or your abilities. It doesn’t take away from everything you’ve learned, all the hard work you put in, or the person you’ve become through it all.

Also, your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s, and it’s okay if it takes a little longer. You can still make it real!

Be gentle with yourself. You’ve come so far already, and setbacks don’t erase the strength it took to get here.