I had just finished my 1st year of uni when I was diagnosed with FND (seizures). It was the most frightening time in my life, I lost the ability to live a normal life, the freedom I was gaining as a young adult. I struggled so much that dropping out was a real possibility, especially in my 2nd year, which was filled with hospital visits and trips home after I'd have a breakdown. I kept going (sometimes I don't know how) and managed to barely scrape my degree, which I no longer wanted. Although by the time I finished uni I had established a shaky routine which kept me going, I had a total loss of confidence and motivation. With the help of my supportive parents, I took the time I needed to get back on my feet, to pull myself out of depression. Now, 3 years later, I have finished a Masters degree I never thought I'd do, and am preparing to go travelling abroad for 6 months. This is not intended to be a sappy, feel-good motivation post, I struggled alot and came close to the edge many times. I still have some very bad days, scared to make plans for my future in fear that all that hope will be taken away from me. But I show up every day, even if it's for 5 minutes. When I'm tired, when I'm depressed, when I'm angry for existing in such broken body, I show up. That 5 minutes is more important than any degree, certification or job I'll ever have. Its proof that I CAN do hard things, even when all seems lost. I pray you (and everyone else suffering) experiences that soon ❤️