My Path in Becoming A Radiologist + Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa.” A friend recently asked me about my goals and career plans. He shared the Hawaiian phrase "E Ola Koa," which means to live like a tree. He explained that by aiming for a long, healthy, and meaningful life, I can promote the longevity of others and eventually find fulfillment. This idea inspires me as I start my career in healthcare, motivating me to make a real difference for patients and to grow as a healthcare worker. My evolution has stemmed from a previous career in business with an emphasis on marketing. The decision to pursue this career left me unsatisfied with my true life's calling and led me to ask a very important question: “What career path should I now focus on?” Much like the regeneration of a Sequoia in the Redwood Forests, I was inspired to reinvent myself and explore healthcare fields aligned with my abilities and interests. I chose radiology, with a focus on Diagnostic and Interventional Research, aspiring to positively influence patients' lives by promoting healthy habits and facilitating early cancer detection. Radiology appeals to me because it offers continuous learning and integrates medicine with nature. My fondness for the outdoors and devotion to a sustainable lifestyle will help me connect with patients who seek to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure and clinic visits. By combining imaging technology with nature-based principles, I intend to set a higher standard for patient care that supports both psychological and physical health. Having a family member who went through throat cancer treatments, I personally can relate to what patients and families face during tough times, and I will utilize this experience to positively influence radiology practices. Clinical protocols for diagnosis and treatment can be complicated and feel impersonal. As a lifelong student and someone who believes healthcare should be available to everyone. I intend to achieve this by focusing on patient education that centers on lifestyle changes and encourages spending time outdoors, thereby helping patients pursue preventive screening and therapy sooner. Additionally, by establishing safer guidelines, I hope to mitigate the negative effects of radiation on patients and their families, ultimately applying a more personal and compassionate approach to healthcare. In the future, I see myself as a dedicated and successful healthcare professional. Inspired by my mom's psychiatry profession, I see myself as a pivotal caregiver and advocate for multidimensional therapy that encompasses patients' total well-being and the planet's health. I find fulfillment in encouraging others to value their health and longevity through the rewards that nature offers. Supporting others during difficult times shows my caring nature as both a woman and a family caregiver. Flourishing with a new sense of self, "E Ola Koa" has become crucial in my education and clinical work as a healthcare provider and true nurturer. My true success will mirror that of the Sequoia, providing patients with the resources necessary to build a life as resilient as a Hawaiian warrior or a tree.

My Path in Becoming A Radiologist + Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa.” A friend recently asked me about my goals and career plans. He shared the Hawaiian phrase "E Ola Koa," which means to live like a tree. He explained that by aiming for a long, healthy, and meaningful life, I can promote the longevity of others and eventually find fulfillment. This idea inspires me as I start my career in healthcare, motivating me to make a real difference for patients and to grow as a healthcare worker. My evolution has stemmed from a previous career in business with an emphasis on marketing. The decision to pursue this career left me unsatisfied with my true life's calling and led me to ask a very important question: “What career path should I now focus on?” Much like the regeneration of a Sequoia in the Redwood Forests, I was inspired to reinvent myself and explore healthcare fields aligned with my abilities and interests. I chose radiology, with a focus on Diagnostic and Interventional Research, aspiring to positively influence patients' lives by promoting healthy habits and facilitating early cancer detection. Radiology appeals to me because it offers continuous learning and integrates medicine with nature. My fondness for the outdoors and devotion to a sustainable lifestyle will help me connect with patients who seek to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure and clinic visits. By combining imaging technology with nature-based principles, I intend to set a higher standard for patient care that supports both psychological and physical health. Having a family member who went through throat cancer treatments, I personally can relate to what patients and families face during tough times, and I will utilize this experience to positively influence radiology practices. Clinical protocols for diagnosis and treatment can be complicated and feel impersonal. As a lifelong student and someone who believes healthcare should be available to everyone. I intend to achieve this by focusing on patient education that centers on lifestyle changes and encourages spending time outdoors, thereby helping patients pursue preventive screening and therapy sooner. Additionally, by establishing safer guidelines, I hope to mitigate the negative effects of radiation on patients and their families, ultimately applying a more personal and compassionate approach to healthcare. In the future, I see myself as a dedicated and successful healthcare professional. Inspired by my mom's psychiatry profession, I see myself as a pivotal caregiver and advocate for multidimensional therapy that encompasses patients' total well-being and the planet's health. I find fulfillment in encouraging others to value their health and longevity through the rewards that nature offers. Supporting others during difficult times shows my caring nature as both a woman and a family caregiver. Flourishing with a new sense of self, "E Ola Koa" has become crucial in my education and clinical work as a healthcare provider and true nurturer. My true success will mirror that of the Sequoia, providing patients with the resources necessary to build a life as resilient as a Hawaiian warrior or a tree.

When contemplating my life's purpose, I find myself inspired by Martha Stewart’s celebration of imperfection. This outlook has not only energized my passions for baking and entrepreneurship but has additionally guided my most meaningful journey yet: transitioning into radiology technology. Martha Stewart stated, “I think imperfection is something that you can deal with.” This perspective reinforces the importance of being adaptable and practicing humility in achieving success. I now approach my career transition with greater resilience and humor, viewing each challenge as a chance for growth. Pursuing a career in radiology technology has strengthened my commitment to help others. My experiences in marketing and at San Diego State University led me to seek more meaningful work. Radiology now represents my devotion to lifelong learning, environmental commitment, and desire to make healthcare more accessible. This path has embodied my aim of building technical and interpersonal skills through a meaningful trade program, supporting my goal of instilling more humanity in patient care. My interest in diagnostic technology, commitment to radiation safety, and nurturing personality are key tools that will create success in this field. I look forward to hands-on training, internships, and strengthening my understanding of anatomy and imaging. Ultimately, this career blends my nature-based lifestyle with advocacy for a healthier way of life. As someone who flourishes in the outdoors and finds renewal on hiking trails, I want to make environmental protection a priority in healthcare. I will nurture this commitment by endorsing green initiatives in my clinical work. Supporting a more eco-conscious future is instrumental as it conserves our planet and uplifts mental health and well-being. These are tools we must greater implement more fully as a society. In radiology, I plan to utilize artificial intelligence compassionately and more effectively, which can reduce unnecessary scans and mitigate our carbon footprint. In this field, there are numerous opportunities to protect the environment and deliver a higher standard of care. I believe protecting the environment should be central to healthcare. What we do now affects the earth for those who come after us. By choosing eco-friendly practices, we can improve patient care and help the planet. This way, everyone can keep enjoying nature’s benefits. While protecting the environment is a core value, I am also dedicated to improving access to medical care. Both are key to supplying a more holistic approach to treatment. Supporting people with serious illnesses is personal to me. My father’s challenges associated with cost and communication with providers have given me a greater understanding of the numerous issues patients face. By advocating preventive screenings and early diagnosis, I want to ease the burden of illness through building community and sympathy. Creating a kinder, more accepting future is increasingly important as many people experience isolation. Growing up in a family of medical professionals, I have seen personally the difficulties of medical care planning. Radiology should encompass technology and empathy, which can transform patient care and support holistic health. In this field, I plan to advance conservation by improving access to healthcare, demonstrating that caring for people and the planet are interconnected. I see many opportunities to serve both our communities and the environment. In pondering this, I’ll leave you with this question: If your work could help create a greener, happier world, would you choose that path? *Note the photo included encompasses my hobby/work in advocating for greater health and time spent in the outdoors, I am currently in radiology classes and still need to acquire my clinical internship. Thank you for your consideration!

When contemplating my life's purpose, I find myself inspired by Martha Stewart’s celebration of imperfection. This outlook has not only energized my passions for baking and entrepreneurship but has additionally guided my most meaningful journey yet: transitioning into radiology technology. Martha Stewart stated, “I think imperfection is something that you can deal with.” This perspective reinforces the importance of being adaptable and practicing humility in achieving success. I now approach my career transition with greater resilience and humor, viewing each challenge as a chance for growth. Pursuing a career in radiology technology has strengthened my commitment to help others. My experiences in marketing and at San Diego State University led me to seek more meaningful work. Radiology now represents my devotion to lifelong learning, environmental commitment, and desire to make healthcare more accessible. This path has embodied my aim of building technical and interpersonal skills through a meaningful trade program, supporting my goal of instilling more humanity in patient care. My interest in diagnostic technology, commitment to radiation safety, and nurturing personality are key tools that will create success in this field. I look forward to hands-on training, internships, and strengthening my understanding of anatomy and imaging. Ultimately, this career blends my nature-based lifestyle with advocacy for a healthier way of life. As someone who flourishes in the outdoors and finds renewal on hiking trails, I want to make environmental protection a priority in healthcare. I will nurture this commitment by endorsing green initiatives in my clinical work. Supporting a more eco-conscious future is instrumental as it conserves our planet and uplifts mental health and well-being. These are tools we must greater implement more fully as a society. In radiology, I plan to utilize artificial intelligence compassionately and more effectively, which can reduce unnecessary scans and mitigate our carbon footprint. In this field, there are numerous opportunities to protect the environment and deliver a higher standard of care. I believe protecting the environment should be central to healthcare. What we do now affects the earth for those who come after us. By choosing eco-friendly practices, we can improve patient care and help the planet. This way, everyone can keep enjoying nature’s benefits. While protecting the environment is a core value, I am also dedicated to improving access to medical care. Both are key to supplying a more holistic approach to treatment. Supporting people with serious illnesses is personal to me. My father’s challenges associated with cost and communication with providers have given me a greater understanding of the numerous issues patients face. By advocating preventive screenings and early diagnosis, I want to ease the burden of illness through building community and sympathy. Creating a kinder, more accepting future is increasingly important as many people experience isolation. Growing up in a family of medical professionals, I have seen personally the difficulties of medical care planning. Radiology should encompass technology and empathy, which can transform patient care and support holistic health. In this field, I plan to advance conservation by improving access to healthcare, demonstrating that caring for people and the planet are interconnected. I see many opportunities to serve both our communities and the environment. In pondering this, I’ll leave you with this question: If your work could help create a greener, happier world, would you choose that path?

My Journey To Become A Radiologist And Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa” A friend recently asked about my goals and career ambitions. He shared with me the Hawaiian phrase "E Ola Koa"—live like a tree. He said in striving to lead a long, healthy, and prosperous life. I, too, can give others a meaningful life like a tree or a Hawaiian warrior. This call to build a strong, vital life drives me as I enter the healthcare field and aim to make a significant impact on patients and foster my personal growth as a healthcare worker. Guided by this principle, I explored healthcare fields that align with my skills and passions. I chose radiology, with a focus on breast cancer research, as the field where I can have the greatest impact by improving early cancer detection for women. My commitment is driven by the opportunity for continuous learning, direct patient benefit, and the advancement of outcomes for women. Knowing my work leads to earlier detection and a better quality of life motivates me to continue in this field. This commitment shaped my belief that, as a pivotal woman in this field, I can offer clear communication and that compassion can transform breast cancer care, a field known for its technical complexity and a lack of humanism. My goal is to make healthcare for women less intimidating and more empowering by dedicating time to patient education and supporting emotional health initiatives. I am driven to create new imaging techniques and lead multidisciplinary teams in research and patient advocacy—uniting technical skill and empathy to improve women's health. Looking ahead, I envision a meaningful and successful career inspired by my mother’s dedication as a psychiatrist. Her approach drives my pursuit of excellence in radiology and my commitment to seeking new breast cancer treatments and technologies. It also reflects my goals to be a resilient, female healthcare provider and a greater caregiver to other women. In my efforts to succeed in healthcare, I find the greatest fulfillment in empowering other women to prioritize greater health and longevity. Giving others strength in dire times is a direct testament to my nurturing side as a woman and as a caregiver to my own family. Throughout my journey, "E Ola Koa" continues to guide my commitment to helping women flourish in breast health, blending growth, strength, and resilience. I hope to be a warrior for women in healthcare, empowering them to live with vitality and giving them the tools to lead lives as mighty and fulfilling as those of a female warrior or a great tree.

My Journey To Become A Radiologist And Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa” A friend recently asked about my career and life goals. They introduced me to the Hawaiian phrase "E Ola Koa," which means "to live like a tree." Inspired by this, I have shaped my radiology journey around resilience and growth. My main thesis is to advance breast cancer care and empower women by embodying a tree’s vitality and purpose. This principle guides my work and development. Following this philosophy, I pursue a career in radiology to grow purposefully and improve lives. This core belief shapes my dedication to a new career in healthcare. As a San Diego State University graduate and lifelong student. I know I can play a pivotal role in detecting breast cancer earlier and developing therapeutic cures. In researching my new career in radiology, I seek to align my personal beliefs about a cure with my goal of living a more nature-oriented lifestyle. Incorporating this holistic mindset, my lifestyle follows a natural approach, and I plan to apply these fundamentals in my research on a breast cancer cure. With this approach, I hope to help reduce the side effects of radiation in the field today. Breast cancer and breast health are important to me because they provide tools for healthier lives, especially for women. Empowering women with physical and mental strength fulfills my life’s greater purpose. By providing breast health resources, I can help women approach wellness differently and redefine self-care. My nurturing and educational approach enables personalized support, encouraging women to prioritize breast health. When focusing on specific breast cancer research areas and where my profession can align, I found greater promise in APBL Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation. Exploring Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation further, I see potential to deliver more effective radiation with less impact on healthy tissues. This technique in breast cancer care also appeals to me because it reduces hospital visits and offers a more effective high-dose option for women. Whether I pursue this research or focus on current hypofractionation systems, I am confident I will succeed in the field for women. Through "E Ola Koa" and my growth as a woman and healthcare worker, I commit to helping women become resilient in breast health. "E Ola Koa" also means becoming a strong warrior, as well as a tree. By uplifting women’s health and resilience and empowering them as warriors, I will achieve fulfillment.

My Journey To Become A Radiologist And Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa” A friend recently shared the Hawaiian phrase “E Ola Koa,” meaning “Live like a tree.” This simple idea became the central theme of my journey to become a radiologist: to live purposefully, grow steadily, and positively impact others' health. By adopting this outlook, I am committed to pursuing a meaningful and fulfilling career that improves people's lives through their health. Reflecting on "E Ola Koa" became even more meaningful as I considered my academic journey. As a student, I struggled with questions about my future, unlike many of my peers. I believed, with patience, that an answer would emerge and my career path would reveal itself. I did well in school, attended SDSU, and initially followed my father’s path into marketing. However, I soon realized that marketing did not fulfill me. Wrestling with this lack of fulfillment, I confronted the key question: What should I do with my life? Reflecting more deeply, especially on my values and interests, I recognized that Radiology aligned with my desire to help others and my passion for science. In finding my calling, I realized there were many reasons that drew me to healthcare imaging, but a few stand out. For one, I stem from a line of doctors who have inspired me through their career journeys. My mother in psychiatry and uncle in oncology have found profound meaning in the services they provide. They have persuaded me to pursue this degree because they believe I truly possess the skills necessary to succeed in healthcare. My nurturing approach to friends and family has even given me an amusing nickname that suits me well, “Mommana”. Another motivator for pursuing Radiology is my fascination with science and its power to help others through screenings and medical care. As an empathetic woman, I can be an asset in an industry dominated by AI. My love of nature and science helps me develop holistic treatment plans and guide paths to wellness. Imaging, especially cancer research, captivates me as a lifelong learner in a constantly evolving field. This demonstrates why I want to be a successful healthcare provider: being a lifelong student excites me. Ultimately, my rationale for moving from marketing to healthcare stems from my desire to help people more directly and meaningfully. While marketing allowed me to engage and influence audiences, healthcare gives me an opportunity to improve individuals’ quality of life, which adds deeper meaning to my own. In this way, I can live "E Ola Koa" and grow strong like a tree or warrior, while also ensuring that those under my care have the same chance to thrive.

My Journey To Become A Radiologist And Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa” A friend recently shared the Hawaiian phrase “E Ola Koa,” meaning “Live like a tree.” This simple idea became the central theme of my journey to become a radiologist: to live purposefully, grow steadily, and positively impact others' health. By adopting this outlook, I am committed to pursuing a meaningful and fulfilling career that improves people's lives through their health. Reflecting on "E Ola Koa" became even more meaningful as I considered my academic journey. As a student, I struggled with questions about my future, unlike many of my peers. I believed, with patience, that an answer would emerge and my career path would reveal itself. I did well in school, attended SDSU, and initially followed my father’s path into marketing. However, I soon realized that marketing did not fulfill me. Wrestling with this lack of fulfillment, I confronted the key question: What should I do with my life? Reflecting more deeply, especially on my values and interests, I recognized that Radiology aligned with my desire to help others and my passion for science. In finding my calling, I realized there were many reasons that drew me to healthcare imaging, but a few stand out. For one, I stem from a line of doctors who have inspired me through their career journeys. My mother in psychiatry and uncle in oncology have found profound meaning in the services they provide. They have persuaded me to pursue this degree because they believe I truly possess the skills necessary to succeed in healthcare. My nurturing approach to friends and family has even given me an amusing nickname that suits me well, “Mommana”. Another motivator for pursuing Radiology is my fascination with science and its power to help others through screenings and medical care. As an empathetic woman, I can be an asset in an industry dominated by AI. My love of nature and science helps me develop holistic treatment plans and guide paths to wellness. Imaging, especially cancer research, captivates me as a lifelong learner in a constantly evolving field. This demonstrates why I want to be a successful healthcare provider: being a lifelong student excites me. Ultimately, my rationale for moving from marketing to healthcare stems from my desire to help people more directly and meaningfully. While marketing allowed me to engage and influence audiences, healthcare gives me an opportunity to improve individuals’ quality of life, which adds deeper meaning to my own. In this way, I can live "E Ola Koa" and grow strong like a tree or warrior, while also ensuring that those under my care have the same chance to thrive.

My Journey To Become A Radiologist And Growth As A Tree “E Ola Koa” A friend recently shared the Hawaiian phrase “E Ola Koa,” meaning “Live like a tree.” This simple idea became the central theme of my journey to become a radiologist: to live purposefully, grow steadily, and positively impact others' health. By adopting this outlook, I am committed to pursuing a meaningful and fulfilling career that improves people's lives through their health. Reflecting on "E Ola Koa" became even more meaningful as I considered my academic journey. As a student, I struggled with questions about my future, unlike many of my peers. I believed, with patience, that an answer would emerge and my career path would reveal itself. I did well in school, attended SDSU, and initially followed my father’s path into marketing. However, I soon realized that marketing did not fulfill me. Wrestling with this lack of fulfillment, I confronted the key question: What should I do with my life? Reflecting more deeply, especially on my values and interests, I recognized that Radiology aligned with my desire to help others and my passion for science. In finding my calling, I realized there were many reasons that drew me to healthcare imaging, but a few stand out. For one, I stem from a line of doctors who have inspired me through their career journeys. My mother in psychiatry and uncle in oncology have found profound meaning in the services they provide. They have persuaded me to pursue this degree because they believe I truly possess the skills necessary to succeed in healthcare. My nurturing approach to friends and family has even given me an amusing nickname that suits me well, “Mommana”. Another motivator for pursuing Radiology is my fascination with science and its power to help others through screenings and medical care. As an empathetic woman, I can be an asset in an industry dominated by AI. My love of nature and science helps me develop holistic treatment plans and guide paths to wellness. Imaging, especially cancer research, captivates me as a lifelong learner in a constantly evolving field. This demonstrates why I want to be a successful healthcare provider: being a lifelong student excites me. Ultimately, my rationale for moving from marketing to healthcare stems from my desire to help people more directly and meaningfully. While marketing allowed me to engage and influence audiences, healthcare gives me an opportunity to improve individuals’ quality of life, which adds deeper meaning to my own. In this way, I can live "E Ola Koa" and grow strong like a tree or warrior, while also ensuring that those under my care have the same chance to thrive.

Hello 👋👋 My name is Anastasia Dakota Chave and I am looking to revolutionize the mortuary science industry. As a dedicated lifelong student and nature enthusiast I look to bring more sustainable options to funeral services as well as provide meaningful end of life celebrations/services for families. This profession aims to counsel people when they can be emotionally at their lowest and I would love to fulfill their wishes in honorably memorializing their loved ones. As an empathetic person, women, sister and friend (to others and the world) I know I can bring a distinctive approach to this career. My love for nature and deeper human connections will bring sustainability and mental health to the forefront of my funeral planning. I am furthering my education through Cypress College where I strive to become a superlative funeral director. This profession aims to counsel people when they can be emotionally be at their lowest and I would love to successfully fill their wishes in honorably memorializing their loved ones. Whether that be through a celebration of life or through guidance and therapy in loved ones hardest times. My passions derive from my mother's background as a psychiatrist/EMT worker and my dad's prior service in the military. Each of them have selflessly given to others through their professions, and I relish in the opportunity to do the same. Science was never initially on my radar when it came to job exploration, however as I have grown I have found there is no better way to aid others than as a powerful women in the mortuary sciences field. (Not a momma's girl clearly). As an empathetic daughter, sister and nature enthusiast, I can bring a therapeutic approach to grieving families through my compassion and understanding. This industry has a reputation for being dark and morbid, however I see this career as an opportunity to be a light unto others. I wish to nurture families through counseling and successfully represent their loved ones. I wish to bring a light into this world by spreading joy and creating unique end of life services for families. One way in which this can be achieved is by providing innovative and sustainable approaches to remains that can be cost effective as well as successfully geared towards end of life wishes. I will be successfully be able to educate families on these processes as I am someone who is an avid outdoor enthusiast and eco-friendly focused person. As I am someone who wishes for her remains to be repurposed into trees for our great national parks. Whether I change the industry through a New Orleans jazz enthused style end of life celebration or whether I achieve this through providing unique sustainable as well as comforting services for loved ones, I know that I can make a profound impact on others. As a women who is driven enough to know that I can change the funeral industry, I'll leave you with this, Steve Jobs once said: "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do". As an exceptional female funeral director, I 1000% will make it my mission not only to change peoples perceptions on funeral services but to also better the world in doing so. Thank you! Anastasia

Hello 👋👋 My name is Anastasia Dakota Chave and I am looking to revolutionize the mortuary science industry. As a dedicated lifelong student and nature enthusiast I look to bring more sustainable options to funeral services as well as provide meaningful end of life celebrations/services for families. This profession aims to counsel people when they can be emotionally at their lowest and I would love to fulfill their wishes in honorably memorializing their loved ones. As an empathetic person, women, sister and friend (to others and the world) I know I can bring a distinctive approach to this career. My love for nature and deeper human connections will bring sustainability and mental health to the forefront of my funeral planning. I am furthering my education through Cypress College where I strive to become a superlative funeral director. This profession aims to counsel people when they can be emotionally be at their lowest and I would love to successfully fill their wishes in honorably memorializing their loved ones. Whether that be through a celebration of life or through guidance and therapy in loved ones hardest times. My passions derive from my mother's background as a psychiatrist/EMT worker and my dad's prior service in the military. Each of them have selflessly given to others through their professions, and I relish in the opportunity to do the same. Science was never initially on my radar when it came to job exploration, however as I have grown I have found there is no better way to aid others than as a powerful women in the mortuary sciences field. (Not a momma's girl clearly). As an empathetic daughter, sister and nature enthusiast, I can bring a therapeutic approach to grieving families through my compassion and understanding. This industry has a reputation for being dark and morbid, however I see this career as an opportunity to be a light unto others. I wish to nurture families through counseling and successfully represent their loved ones. I wish to bring a light into this world by spreading joy and creating unique end of life services for families. One way in which this can be achieved is by providing innovative and sustainable approaches to remains that can be cost effective as well as successfully geared towards end of life wishes. I will be successfully be able to educate families on these processes as I am someone who is an avid outdoor enthusiast and eco-friendly focused person. As I am someone who wishes for her remains to be repurposed into trees for our great national parks. Whether I change the industry through a New Orleans jazz enthused style end of life celebration or whether I achieve this through providing unique sustainable as well as comforting services for loved ones, I know that I can make a profound impact on others. As a women who is driven enough to know that I can change the funeral industry, I'll leave you with this, Steve Jobs once said: "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do". As an exceptional female funeral director, I 1000% will make it my mission not only to change peoples perceptions on funeral services but to also better the world in doing so. Thank you! Anastasia

Hello 👋 My name is Anastasia Dakota Chave and I am looking to revolutionize the mortuary science industry. As a dedicated lifelong student and nature enthusiast I look to bring more sustainable options to funeral services as well as provide meaningful end of life celebrations/services for families. This profession aims to counsel people when they can be emotionally at their lowest and I would love to fulfill their wishes in honorably memorializing their loved ones. As an empathetic person, women, sister and friend (to others and the world) I know I can bring a distinctive approach to this career. My love for nature and deeper human connections will bring sustainability and mental health to the forefront of my funeral planning. I am furthering my education through Cypress College where I strive to become a superlative funeral director. This profession aims to counsel people when they can be emotionally be at their lowest and I would love to successfully fill their wishes in honorably memorializing their loved ones. Whether that be through a celebration of life or through guidance and therapy in loved ones hardest times. My passions derive from my mother's background as a psychiatrist/EMT worker and my dad's prior service in the military. Each of them have selflessly given to others through their professions, and I relish in the opportunity to do the same. Science was never initially on my radar when it came to job exploration, however as I have grown I have found there is no better way to aid others than as a powerful women in the mortuary sciences field. (Not a momma's girl clearly). As an empathetic daughter, sister and nature enthusiast, I can bring a therapeutic approach to grieving families through my compassion and understanding. This industry has a reputation for being dark and morbid, however I see this career as an opportunity to be a light unto others. I wish to nurture families through counseling and successfully represent their loved ones. I wish to bring a light into this world by spreading joy and creating unique end of life services for families. One way in which this can be achieved is by providing innovative and sustainable approaches to remains that can be cost effective as well as successfully geared towards end of life wishes. I will be successfully be able to educate families on these processes as I am someone who is an avid outdoor enthusiast and eco-friendly focused person. As I am someone who wishes for her remains to be repurposed into trees for our great national parks. Whether I change the industry through a New Orleans jazz enthused style end of life celebration or whether I achieve this through providing unique sustainable as well as comforting services for loved ones, I know that I can make a profound impact on others. As a women who is driven enough to know that I can change the funeral industry, I'll leave you with this, Steve Jobs once said: "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do". As an exceptional female funeral director, I 1000% will make it my mission not only to change peoples perceptions on funeral services but to also better the world in doing so. Thank you! Anastasia