“My name is Dorie Jean, 22 years old, and every day of my life is a battle I fight with unwavering determination. I wasn’t born into privilege, but I was born with a fire in my heart—a desire to rise above every challenge life throws at me.
There were days when my body ached with exhaustion, but I kept going because I knew giving up was not an option. There were nights I cried in silence, doubting if I could still go on, yet I always found the courage to wake up and keep fighting. Every step I take, every sacrifice I make, is for a dream that seems so far yet so worth it: to finish my education and create a brighter future not just for myself but for those I love.
I carry my struggles like a badge of honor, proof that no matter how hard life gets, I am stronger. I am relentless, I am resilient, and I will succeed. Not because it’s easy, but because it’s worth every tear, every sleepless night, and every ounce of strength I pour into this journey.”