I believe that an open mind and grey perspective allows for true enlightenment. We must open ourselves to new ideas, even if they contradict our own. We limit our own realization of the Universe and it's power when we try to paint a black-and-white picture. As a Forensic Psychology major, I'm stuck between the legal side, which holds this black-and-white/wrong-and-right perspective, and the psychological side, which seeks to be objective in nature. With this degree and future education (as I plan to continue into a doctoral program), I hope to assist in blending the gap between the legal system and psychology. These two fields have had a rocky relationship for a long time, where the law is hesitant to use psychological methods in their discussions because of objectivity-- psychological researchers know that correlation does not equal causation, and will not attempt to claim any absolute idea. Understanding the nature of our Universe is a very complex matter. It involves every single aspect of us, and the rest of the world. Understanding the Universe calls for each individual to learn how to accept one another. As an avid astrology lover, and a huge follower of Carl Jung and his work in astro-psychology (among other fields like analytical psychology), it is not impossible for humans to understand other humans. Birth reports call for vast understanding of human nature, and can even be used in clinical-psychological practice. After obtaining licensure in this field, I hope to add aspects of astrology to my clinical practice, and focus on advocacy at the forensic level. I believe that whole people are better equipped to create happiness in the world. To be whole, one must be content in their place in the Universe. They must have peace with their level of attainment in life, and have self-actualized into their perceived fullest potential. The goal is to create happier individuals, who in turn will spread that happiness. Happiness creates openness and allows for new perspectives (and of course, creates trust). I believe that a lack of true happiness and peace is the root of many issues, not excluding our limited understanding of our Universe. Happy individuals are more likely to work together, to come to a common goal, and to find peace in life. Our goal in seeking to understand the Universe usually comes from the fact that many individuals do not know their place, or their purpose. Focusing on mental health and happiness, we can truly understand the Universe through the understanding of ourselves.

The life of my dreams is already in process. I gave birth to my firstborn daughter on January 6, 2022. I also have a two-year-old puggle. However, to further attain those dreams, there are a few aspects of my life that need to change. Currently, I do not make enough money to leave my mother's house. My daughter and I live in the basement. I hold a full-time career as a Logistics Analyst, but I need to get to an annual salary of $80K before I feel comfortable purchasing a home. I'd also like a change of scenery, and to move to Dallas, TX. My daughter competes in pageants and models for an agency based out of PA. A dream of mine is to one day be able to show her, her own picture on a box of diapers or a toy in a popular store, such as Target! I also dream to make a career in my current major, Forensic Psychology. I want to make a difference in the prison systems and bring light to the issues inside those walls. I've been studying psychology since before graduating high school. I've studied everything from Abnormal Psychology to Personality Psychology to Astrological Psychology. I'd love to travel to Norway and get a closer look at their prison systems, which value rehabilitation over punishment, and have shown proven positive results as far as recidivism and crime rates. Finally, another goal of mine has always been to open a no-kill animal shelter. I've spent many years volunteering at different animal organizations in Maryland, such as BARCS in Baltimore, SMAWL and Sugar Faces Rescue in Southern Maryland, and at various dog boarding centers such as Pawtuxent Bed & Biscuit, Chesapeake Pet Resort & Day Spa, and Wag N Wash in Southern Maryland, and Camp Bow Wow in Columbia MD. In my local area, there are kill shelters, and I see dogs and cats being killed all the time because of a lack of space. I hope to open a center that is sophisticated enough to communicate with other shelters across different states to ensure that animals aren't killed and that rehoming rates are higher than in standard operating shelters. I'd love to instill a level of empathy and respect of other beings in my daughter, and allow her to see the good in all. We live in a world with too much hatred, and rather than allowing my child to succumb to these popular mindsets, I'd rather show her a better way, while doing the things that I love.

To sum matters in 250 words, I would bring openness and consideration to the mental health field. Being an individual diagnosed with PTSD, Bipolar Type 2, Borderline Personality Disorder and GAD, I've seen firsthand the effects of mental illness and the issues many issues like myself face in obtaining efficient care at a decent cost. I've spent the majority of my life drawn to psychology, and have been studying in the field since before graduating high school. Psychology remains an important, yet overlooked field, especially in the medical and legal communities. As a psychologist, I would bring light to these issues and aim to bridge the gap many experience due to financial, racial, and geographical disparities. I'm particularly interested in the Forensic Psychology field, where my focus will be on making sure our forgotten individuals receive the same level of care. Inmates are at a severely high risk of developing psychiatric disorders, and their treatment in these facilities only makes matters worse. I've spent the last year on courses dedicated to the forensic field of psychology including prison conditions, voir dire and capital punishment, psychotropic drugs and implications, race/gender/age/geography, and interrogations and confessions. Just like the prompted question notes, mental health care needs to be accessible to anyone who needs support. It will be my duty to ensure these individuals receive care to decrease the risks and shed light on issues associated with jails and prisons such as gangs, poor conditions, abuse by staff and other prisoners, and more.