Diversities

Today, I volunteered to talk to the new class of LSU Ambassadors about my diversity, my medical conditions, along with other seasoned (older) Ambassadors on a diversity panel. We introduced ourselves, our diversities, and how our diversity has affected either our life in general, LSU, or LSU Ambassadors then the new Ambassadors were able to ask us questions. I learned a lot about other Ambassadors that I didn't know before. One of the older Ambassadors said that whatever your diversity is, you can't compare it to someone else's diversity. I think this is something that everyone has to keep in mind, no matter how big or small your diversity may be. A lot of times, I am guilty of comparing my medical case to someone who may have cancer or a fatal illness. It helps me realize that what I am going through could be a lot worse. I also realized that this is only hurting myself because what I am going through is tough and just because I am not fighting off death right now, I am still fighting to live a life that I am proud of. Some people talked about broken and abusive households growing up and I would never change what I am going through for their situations. My family and homelife have gotten me through so many situations and for that I am eternally grateful. I guess that I just want y'all to know that if you are going through something tough or challenging, it doesn't matter how big or small it is. Do what you need to do to work your way through it.
Until next time,
A :)